Children's Science Book Database

Sally Ride

Sort of, It explains the live of Sally Ride and how she grew up to become the first female American astronaut and all her accomplishments along the line.
  • Author: Tam O'shaughnessy
  • Year Published: 2015
  • ISBN: 9781596439948

Science Topics

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

Summary

A photobiograpghy of Sally Ride, America's first female astronaut as told by her life and business partner with never before seen photographs.

Evaluation

  • Appropriateness: Medium
  • Authority: High
  • Accuracy: High
  • Liteary Artistry: Low
  • Appearance: High

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Sort of, It explains the live of Sally Ride and how she grew up to become the first female American astronaut and all her accomplishments along the line.

Does the book provide an opportunity for children to ask and answer their own questions?

WHatever questions they might have about Sally Ride, will more than likely be answered in the book. This is a great book when researching a scientist.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Not really, but it might encourage them to want to learn more about astronauts and space

Is the science topic addressed in ways that are appropriate to the lesson?

Depending on the lesson, however, this is a great book for students to do a research project on based on a scientist.

Is the content based on sound scientific principles? Is it accurate?

Yes, since its all about her life. It doesn't really go in depth into the mechanics of what she was doing. Just a general understanding that she was an astronaut.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

Yes, since this is a biography of a real person.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes, it is a lot of images of Sally through out her life and a lot of memorabilia.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes, 4th graders would be able to grasp what is being said in the book.

Is there a multicultural component? Is it free from stereotyping?

Not really multicultural

Is the book free from gender bias?

No, since it talks about a female being the First astronaut in a field that is mainly dominated by men however it is a positive thing.

Does the book present a positive attitude toward science and technology?

Yes, especially encouraging young female scientists.