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Through the telescope : Mae Jemison dreams of space / written by Charles R. Smith Jr. ; illustrated by Evening Monteiro.
Van Pelt Library TL789.85.J46 S65 2025
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Smith, Charles R., Jr., 1969- author.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Jemison, Mae, 1956---Juvenile literature.
- Jemison, Mae.
- African American women astronauts--Biography--Juvenile literature.
- African American women astronauts.
- Astronauts--United States--Biography--Juvenile literature.
- Astronauts.
- Jemison, Mae, 1956-.
- African Americans--Biography.
- Women--Biography.
- Genre:
- Biographies.
- Picture books.
- Physical Description:
- 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 x 29 cm
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Other Title:
- Mae Jemison dreams of space
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Orchard Books, 2025.
- Summary:
- "Explore the wonders of the universe in this mesmerizing, poetic ode to trailblazing astronaut Mae Jemison, from Coretta Scott King Honor author Charles R. Smith, Jr.How far to the stars?This is what a little girl named Mae Jemison wonders as she peers through her telescope and dreams of space. Someday she will make it there, but for now she wonders, she learns, and she is inspired by the vastness of the universe.Astronaut, physician, and engineer Mae Jemison's passion would eventually lead to her becoming the first Black woman in space!Through the Telescope focuses on what first inspired a young Mae Jemison to reach for the stars. Charles R. Smith, Jr. is the award-winning author of Coretta Scott King Honor Book, Twelve Rounds of Glory, and many other popular and acclaimed titles. His gorgeous text places a spotlight on an American trailblazer who inspires kids everywhere to follow their dreams. Debut illustrator Evening Monteiro's captivating portrayal of a young Mae Jemison is sure to grab young reader's attention!Perfect for kids who love space exploration and for readers of Hidden Figures and The Undefeated"-- Provided by publisher.
- ISBN:
- 9781338815290
- 1338815296
- OCLC:
- 1501650026
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