Always Looking Up: Nancy Grace Roman, Astronomer
By Laura Gehl, Louise Pigott and Alex Oxton
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A Mighty Girl's 2019 Books of the Year
An inspiring look at the scientist who became "The Mother of Hubble."
This empowering picture book biography tells the story of Nancy Grace Roman, the astronomer who overcame obstacles like weak eyesight and teachers who discouraged women from pursuing astronomy to lead the NASA team that built the Hubble Space Telescope. A testament to women in scientific careers and a record of an important NASA milestone.
Laura Gehl
Laura Gehl is the author of more than thirty picture books, board books, and early readers, including Delivery Bear and Always Looking Up: Nancy Grace Roman, Astronomer. She lives with her husband, four children, and large stash of dark chocolate in Chevy Chase, MD. Visit Laura online at LauraGehl.com.
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