Peggy Whitson

Author : Umberto Cavallaro
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-05-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031198601

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To The Stars by Umberto Cavallaro Pdf

This book is the second edition of Women Spacefarers and tells the fascinating stories of the valiant women who broke down barriers to join the space program. Beginning with the orbital flight of USSR cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova in 1963 and continuing to the present day, it covers the many female players who have had a central role in the greatest adventure of our time. The book includes the biographies of, and in some cases interviews with, the brave women who have flown in space. For each entry, the author contextualizes the spacefarer's accomplishments in light of the political and cultural climate of the time. The second edition features fifteen additional profiles on figures such as Jessica Meir and Wally Funk; new interview material; a new thematic structure based on each woman's science specialty and role; an expanded glossary; and more. The result is a gallery of pioneering women who reached for the stars: women who, with exceptional skill, hard work, and dedication, reached impressive careers as accomplished pilots, researchers, engineers and managers, and left a legacy of strength for all aspiring spacefarers.

Author : Umberto Cavallaro
Publisher : Springer
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319340487

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Women Spacefarers by Umberto Cavallaro Pdf

This book tells the fascinating stories of the valiant women who broke down barriers to join the space program. Beginning with the orbital flight of USSR cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova in 1963, they became players in the greatest adventure of our time. The author contextualizes their accomplishments in light of the political and cultural climate, from the Cold War in the background to the changing status of women in society at large during the Seventies. The book includes the biographies of, and in some cases interviews with, the sixty women who flew in space in the first half century of space history. It reports their achievements and some little known details. The result is a gallery of pioneering women who reached for the stars: women who, with exceptional skill, hard work, and dedication, reached impressive careers as accomplished pilots, researchers, and engineers; many are now in high level managerial positions both at NASA or in public and private organizations, and all left a legacy of strength.

Author : Nicole Orr
Publisher : Purple Toad Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09
Category : Women astronauts
ISBN : 1624694845

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Peggy Whitson by Nicole Orr Pdf

"Peggy Whitson had a reputation for setting and breaking records abord the International Space Station (ISS). In her time with NASA, Whitson was the only woman to hold the position of station commader and she did it twice. She took a total of three trips to the ISS. She was 56 on her third trip, making her the oldest female astronaut to go into space"--From publisher.

Author : Karen Bush Gibson
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781613748473

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Women in Space by Karen Bush Gibson Pdf

When Valentina Tereshkova blasted off aboard Vostok 6 on June 16, 1963, she became the first woman to rocket into space. It would be 19 years before another woman got a chance—cosmonaut Svetlana Savitskaya in 1982—followed by American astronaut Sally Ride a year later. By breaking the stratospheric ceiling, these women forged a path for many female astronauts, cosmonauts, and mission specialists to follow. Women in Space profiles 23 pioneers, including Eileen Collins, the first woman to command the space shuttle; Peggy Whitson, who logged more than a year in orbit aboard the International Space Station; and Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space; as well as astronauts from Japan, Canada, Italy, South Korea, France, and more. Readers will also learn about the Mercury 13, American women selected by NASA in the late 1950s to train for spaceflight. Though they matched and sometimes surpassed their male counterparts in performance, they were ultimately denied the opportunity to head out to the launching pad. Their story, and the stories of the pilots, physicists, and doctors who followed them, demonstrate the vital role women have played in the quest for scientific understanding.

Author : Suzanne I. Barchers
Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-02-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781425814397

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TIME For Kids: Practicing for Today's Tests Language Arts Level 6 by Suzanne I. Barchers Pdf

Practice makes perfect! Prepare students for Next Generation Assessments with these rigorous practice exercises. This invaluable resource includes 10 texts, literature passages, poems and reader's theater scripts. Each text includes questions for key ideas and details, craft and structure, integration of knowledge and ideas, and constructed response questions based on technology-enhanced questions. These high-interest, informational texts will engage sixth grade students and make preparing for assessments enjoyable. Students will become comfortable taking assessments and will develop their higher-order thinking skills through daily practice and by answering higher-level questions and multi-step problems.

Author : Suzanne Barchers
Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Page : 10 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781493861699

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Language Arts Test Preparation Level 6--Peggy Whitson’s Long Road to Space by Suzanne Barchers Pdf

Use this assessment to test your students' understanding of the key ideas, details, and text structures of an informational text! Students will also be assessed on their ability to evaluate and draw reasonable conclusions about the text.

Author : Sue Nelson
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781641601337

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Wally Funk's Race for Space by Sue Nelson Pdf

Wally Funk was among the Mercury 13, the first group of American pilots to complete NASA's 1961 Women in Space program. Funk breezed through the rigorous physical and mental tests, her scores beating those of many of the male candidates—even John Glenn. Just one week before Funk was to enter the final phase of training, the entire program was abruptly cancelled. Politics and prejudice meant that none of the more-than-qualified women ever went to space. Undeterred, Funk went on to become one of America's first female aviation inspectors and civilian flight instructors, though her dream of being an astronaut never dimmed. In this offbeat odyssey, journalist and fellow space buff Sue Nelson travels with Wally Funk, now approaching her eightieth birthday, as she races to make her giant leap. Covering their travels across the United States and Europe—taking in NASA's mission control in Houston and Spaceport America in New Mexico, where Funk's ride to space awaits—this is a uniquely intimate and entertaining portrait of a true aviation trailblazer.

Author : Disha Experts
Publisher : Disha Publications
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789386320834

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Current Affairs Roundup 2018 with 24+ Online Tests & 2 ebooks 2nd Edition by Disha Experts Pdf

The Current Affairs Roundup 2018 2nd Edition is empowered with 24+ Online MCQ Tests and 2 ebooks - GK2018 & Weekly Current Affairs Update 2017. The book has been designed to capture the day-to-day happenings in and around the world. The book has been divided into 4 parts - Events, Issues, Ideas & People. Further each of the 4 parts is divided month-wise, i.e. Jan to June 2017. It is essential for aspirants to keep themselves updated as just knowing things can get them more marks in such exams. Moreover Current Affairs prove to be very important tool to handle GD and PI. It comes in handy for the aspirants of UPSC, SSC, Banking, Insurance, Railways, Engg. Services and AFCAT etc.

Author : Caitie McAneney
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781499410914

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Women in Space by Caitie McAneney Pdf

From earthly training to out-of-this-world space exploration, astronauts have worked to uncover the secrets of our universe. Some of the most fascinating stories come from the women who’ve entered this male-dominated industry and changed it forever. This biographical text looks at the lives of some of the most interesting women who’ve been to space, including big names such as Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, and Valentina Tereshkova, as well as lesser-known figures such as Eileen Collins and Peggy Whitson. Readers will learn about these women’s passionate spirit and their drive break down the social barriers holding them back, and may be inspired to one day seek a career in space. The text is supported by fact boxes and a comprehensive timeline.

Author : Tiffany K. Wayne
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1226 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781598841596

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American Women of Science since 1900 [2 volumes] by Tiffany K. Wayne Pdf

A comprehensive examination of American women scientists across the sciences throughout the 20th century, providing a rich historical context for understanding their achievements and the way they changed the practice of science. Much more than a "Who's Who," this exhaustive two-volume encyclopedia examines the significant achievements of 20th century American women across the sciences in light of the historical and cultural factors that affected their education, employment, and research opportunities. With coverage that includes a number of scientists working today, the encyclopedia shows just how much the sciences have evolved as a professional option for women, from the dawn of the 20th century to the present. American Women of Science since 1900 focuses on 500 of the 20th century's most notable American women scientists—many overlooked, undervalued, or simply not well known. In addition, it offers individual features on 50 different scientific disciplines (Women in Astronomy, etc.), as well as essays on balancing career and family, girls and science education, and other sociocultural topics. Readers will encounter some extraordinary scientific minds at work, getting a sense of the obstacles they faced as the scientific community faced the questions of feminism and gender confronting the nation as a whole.

Author : Shaina Indovino
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422289006

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Women in Space by Shaina Indovino Pdf

Women have made major contributions to science throughout history, including in the field of space exploration. Learn about the lives of some of the most amazing women in space exploration, from Sally Ride to Mae Jemison, as well as their exciting and important work. Discover what it takes to work in space exploration. Find out about the opportunities for women in the field. Read Women in Space to see if following in the footsteps of the many brilliant women who have made their mark in space exploration is something you want to do.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : UCAL:B5182987

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NASA and Education by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space Pdf

Author : John O'Sullivan
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030303266

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European Missions to the International Space Station by John O'Sullivan Pdf

The European Space Agency has a long history of human spaceflight, working with both NASA and the Soviet/Russian space agencies over the years. This book tells the story of the ESA astronauts who have visited the International Space Station and their contributions to its development and success. For example, ESA built the Columbus science laboratory, as well as the Cupola, the Leonardo PMM and the ATV supply ship. But it is the human endeavor that captures the imagination. From brief visits to six-month expeditions and spacewalking to commanding Earth’s only outpost in space and doing experiments, ESA astronauts – whose personal stories are also told – have played a vital role in the international project. Many of their efforts are documented in photographs in the book. In following up on the missions covered in this author’s earlier title, In the Footsteps of Columbus (2016), this book highlights European missions from the 2013 Volare mission of Luca Parmitano to his 2019 Beyond mission and includes first flights for Alexander Gerst, Samantha Cristoforetti, Andreas Mogensen, Tim Peake, and Thomas Pesquet.

Author : Nicholas Faulkner
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781680484991

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Top 101 Women of STEM by Nicholas Faulkner Pdf

This extensive and insightful text introduces readers to an eclectic mix of women who have excelled in all areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. Some of the figures are less well known than others, but all are highly accomplished and inspirational in their fields. This book offers biographies of astronauts, naturalists, zoologists, and astronomers, among many others. Any reader will be proud of the great pioneering work these women have done in their fields and be inspired to pursue such achievements on their own.

Author : Disha Experts
Publisher : Disha Publications
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Quick Current Affairs on People & Ideas 2018 for Competitive Exams by Disha Experts Pdf

The People and Ideas 2018 captures all the top influential people and the most important Ideas and trending articles of 2017 in social, economic and political fields. This ebook has been designed to cater to aspirants of various competitive exams like Civil services, Banks, Railways, UPSC and PSC exams and Quiz Competition across the country. The ebook will also be useful for GD, Interviews etc. Table of Contents People 2017 Ideas 2017