Little People, Big Dreams: Sally Ride {Review}

 

From the bestselling biography series for kids comes an inspiring read about Sally Ride, the first America woman in space.  Growing up in California, Sally discovers she has a passion for science and goes on to study physics.  When NASA opens up their program to women, she eagerly applies and in 1983, Sally becomes the first American woman to fly in space.

These  Little People, Big Dreams board books have become some of my favorites.  The illustrations are amazing, and the writing gives just enough information without being overwhelming.  It's a hard balance to strike between too little and too much, and this series does a good job. The book also includes a timeline of Sally's life and a little more in-depth information at the end.  It's a great introduction for K-2 readers, and just enough of a teaser for older students.  

I really do love these books for introducing heroes from history.  They are a great way to get your students thinking and gauge their interest for deeper studies.  This is a book I would read WITH my students are there are a few tough topics elluded to, including the media's treatment of Sally.  That and other topics would make a great starting point for conversations between teacher and student, parent and child.  All in all, a good introduction to an American icon.

*Disclaimer: I recieved a free copy of this book from the publisher.  All opinions are my own.