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Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream

Tanya Lee Stone
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Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

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Tanya Lee Stone

Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

134

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

United States • 1960s

Theme
Space
Topic
Science & Nature

World History

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

980L

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Super Short Summary

Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream by Tanya Lee Stone chronicles the true story of thirteen women in the 1960s who challenged gender barriers in the field of space exploration. These women, pioneering in their endeavors, fought for the right to undergo astronaut training during a time when such opportunities were largely inaccessible to females.

Inspirational

Challenging

Hopeful

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,029 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream by Tanya Lee Stone is praised for its inspiring narrative about women breaking barriers in the space industry. The book is well-researched and engaging for young readers, though some may find it lacking in depth for a comprehensive historical study. Overall, it offers an empowering glimpse into gender and space exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream?

Readers interested in Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream by Tanya Lee Stone likely enjoy inspiring true stories about trailblazers. Fans of Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly might appreciate this book's exploration of women in STEM who challenge gender norms, offering an engaging mix of history and empowerment.

4.3

2,029 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

134

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

United States • 1960s

Theme
Space
Topic
Science & Nature

World History

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

980L

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