Summary
The story of the first American woman to fly in space, a scientist and astronaut who later spent her life encouraging kids — especially girls — to love science.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
The story of the first American woman to fly in space, a scientist and astronaut who later spent her life encouraging kids — especially girls — to love science.
- What did Sally Ride have to train for before going to space?
- Why was it a big deal for an American woman to reach space?
- How did she help kids after her space flights?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: astronaut, orbit, mission.
Try it: Astronauts pack very carefully. List five things you'd bring for a week in space and why.