Discover the amazing true story of Maria Mitchell, America's first professional female astronomer. Every evening, from the time she was a child, Maria Mitchell stood on her rooftop with her telescope and swept the sky. And then one night she saw something unusual-a comet no one had ever seen before! Miss Mitchell's extraordinary discovery made her famous the world over and paved the way for her to become America's first professional female astronomer.
Gorgeously illustrated by Diana Sudyka, this moving picture book about a girl from humble beginnings who became a star in the field of astronomy is sure to inspire budding scientists everywhere.
Gorgeously illustrated by Diana Sudyka, this moving picture book about a girl from humble beginnings who became a star in the field of astronomy is sure to inspire budding scientists everywhere.
Tagged astronomy , significant lives , space, planets and stars and women in STEAM
The Women in STEAM set
A collection of books showing women's achievements in science and engineering.-
Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor The Woman Who Loved Reptiles
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Stone Girl Bone Girl The Story of Mary Anning of Lyme Regis
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Counting on Katherine
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How Was That Built?
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