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Sally Ride: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman in Space: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman in Space Hardcover – October 6, 2015

by Tam O'Shaughnessy (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 89 ratings
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Selected for the 2016 National Science Teachers Association's Outstanding Science Trade Books List

Years before millions of Americans tuned in to watch her historic space flight aboard the Challenger in 1983, Sally Ride stayed up late to watch Neil Armstrong become the first person to walk on the moon. The next morning, she woke up to win her first round singles match at a national junior tennis tournament.

Sally Ride: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman Astronaut, is an intimate journey from her formative years to her final moments. Before she was an astronaut, Sally was a competitive tennis player who excelled at the game to such an extent that Billie Jean King told her she could play on the pro circuit. Before she earned a Ph.D. in physics, she was called an underachiever by her high school classmates. After her first historic space flight-she took a second in 1984-Sally continued to break ground as an inspirational advocate for space exploration, public policy, and science education, who fought gender stereotypes and opened doors for girls and women in all fields during the second half of the twentieth century.

This vivid photobiography, written by Sally's life, writing, and business partner, Tam O'Shaughnessy, offers an intimate and revealing glimpse into the life and mind of the famously private, book-loving, tennis-playing physicist who made history.

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  1. Reading age
    10 - 14 years
  2. Print length
    160 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    7 - 9
  5. Lexile measure
    870L
  6. Dimensions
    7.5 x 0.75 x 9.5 inches
  7. Publisher
    Roaring Brook Press
  8. Publication date
    October 6, 2015
  9. ISBN-10
    1596439947
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1596439948
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Sally Ride: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman in Space

Sally loved books even before she could read. She especially loved adventure stories, so it's no wonder she went on to become an adventurer herself. (Photo credit: The Ride Family)

Sally stands behind a model of the space shuttle in 1978, the year she started astronaut training at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. (Photo credit: NASA)

Sally speaking at a Sally Ride Science Festival in 2010.

(Photo credit: Sally Ride Science, Inc.)

Editorial Reviews

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Selected for the 2016 National Science Teachers Association's Outstanding Science Trade Books List
Selected for the 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People List

"A perceptive, loving tribute."--Kirkus, starred review

"Eyeopening and inspiring . . . irresistible photos and appealing page layouts make it an especially good pick for reluctant readers."--Booklist

About the Author

Tam O'Shaughnessy is an Emeritus Professor of School Psychology at San Diego State University. A former biology teacher, she has guided the creation of over 75 science and STEM career books for young readers, as well as written 13 books for children, six of which she coauthored with Sally Ride. These include Mission: Planet Earth as well as The Third Planet, which won the American Institute of Physics Children's Science Writing Award. Tam is also the cofounder and Chief Executive Officer of San Diego-based Sally Ride Science, a company that creates programs and publications to inspire young people-especially girls-to stick with science as they go through school. Her book Sally Ride: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman in Space provides an intimate portrait of her life and business partner, Sally Ride.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Roaring Brook Press (October 6, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1596439947
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1596439948
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 14 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 870L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.3 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.75 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 89 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Sean the Good Spirit
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational!
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2023
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Absolutely fantastic and inspirational story for any age reader.
After reading this myself and taking many of the lessons and morals to heart, I’ve passed it on to a local Girl Scouts leader who is creating a lesson plan for her group.
Great reading and good supporting professional/Personal photos.
Great gift idea for any occasion but especially a young lady looking for inspiration in making her dream a reality.
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Debra L. Bell
5.0 out of 5 stars Sally Ride a good read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2016
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I wish this came with a 6-star rating. I got this for Christmas 2015. During a quiet lull in the festivities I read the first two chapters. it was interesting. I learned more about Sally that wasn't covered in Lynn Sherr's biography. It fills in those spaces and helps me to understand Sally Ride better. Interesting photos throughout. Great for pre-teens and even adults.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A True Gem
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2015
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This is a wonderful book for young people (and adults as well) who are interested in learning about the life and many accomplishments of Sally Ride. The photos are true gems and the anecdotal remembrances as documented by her life partner, Dr. Tam O'Shaughnessy, add a special perspective to her private life. The mind and interests of Sally Ride were as expansive and evolving as the universe she had studied as a college student, and had explored as an astronaut. She led a full life and provides proof, as she insisted to others through her company Sally Ride Science, that scientists are real people too. Great book. Highly recommend to all!
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Jim J. Zebrowski
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best biographies I have read - very well written and ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2016
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One of the best biographies I have read - very well written and my Astronomy Society is now donating this book to local libraries! I highly recommend it.
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Kathy Allen
4.0 out of 5 stars I bought this for a child who is amazed by Sally Ride and her contributions as an astronaut
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2017
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I bought this for a child who is amazed by Sally Ride and her contributions as an astronaut. The photo history is fabulous. Due to the age of the child, I was disappointed that comments about sexual orientation were part of this historical account. All other information was fascinating. However, it was preferable that the child read it with an adult to work through those included passages.
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Ale
5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend this for young children who are interested in biographies
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2017
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A fabulous find for my daughter who deeply admires Sally Ride. It is filled with pictures that visually share the story of Sally Ride's life in a very personal way, from childhood to adulthood. Tam O'Shaughnessy explains how Sally Ride kept memorabilia of her life and these items are turned into pictures for the book. I highly recommend this for young children who are interested in biographies.
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Vassilios A.
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book of a National hero and a wonderful person.
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2018
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I was familiar to some extent with Astronaut's Sally Ride story and her unfortunate demise. This books provides a wholesome history of her childhood and her education. Her Heroism is to be admired by many, many young people and yes, young women. It is fascinating. I strongly recommend it to all with young children and grand children.
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AKIKO
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2020
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My 8 yrs old daughter used this for her presentation research. It has lots of information but easy for her to understand. Other kid did presentation about Sally Ride but he could find new learning from her presentation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 13, 2018
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I really enjoyed reading it.
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Candace J. Norton
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding story for all!
Reviewed in Canada on October 31, 2015
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Excellent work by Sally Ride's life partner and accomplished author, Tam O'Shaughnessy. A love story of many dimensions covering the life and passions of a heroine from early childhood throughout her extraordinary life. Recommended for all ages 10 and up!
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