Atia Abawi

Blast off into history with the incredible true story of the first American woman in space! When Sally Ride looked up at the stars, she did not just want to admire them. She wanted to travel to them. By working hard and refusing to let anyone tell her that space exploration was only for men, Sally broke barriers and made her ultimate dream come true. But her mission did not end when she returned to Earth. After leaving NASA, she dedicated her life to creating science and engineering programs, ensuring that the next generation of girls could reach for the stars, too. Part of the She Persisted chapter book series, this exciting biography by award-winning author Atia Abawi takes you on Sally's journey from a curious young student to a legendary astronaut. Complete with illustrations, an introduction by Chelsea Clinton, and a list of ways you can follow in Sally's footsteps, this book is perfect for young dreamers and future scientists. Discover how persistence and a love for STEM can take you out of this world!