Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream, by Tanya Lee Stone(Grades 4 and up)
Sibert Medal Winner 2010
The true story of the "Mercury 13" women is a fascinating look into the story of intelligent, strong women pilots who proved they had what it takes to become an astronaut - in 1961. Yes, twenty-two years before there was a woman astronaut, and thirty-four years before a woman piloted a space shuttle.
This story follows the adventure of Jerrie Cobb and 12 other women pilots through the testing, politics and the surprising revelation of who put a stop to the space program for women in 1962. This remarkable story is a must-read for... well, anyone.
Reviewed by Korie B.
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