Examines the life and achievements of Hispanic American astronaut Ellen Ochoa, discussing her childhood in California, career at NASA, space missions, work with schools, and family.
lessons from the first Mexican-born treasurer of the United States
Marin, Rosario
2007
Rosario Marin is the first in her family to graduate from college and has become the treasurer of the United States and the first Latina in California to run for the U.S. senate.
A three volume set with alphabetically arranged entries profiling women of Latin American birth or heritage who have made important contributions to the economic, political, and cultural development of the United States.
Profiles the life and achievements of Ellen Ochoa, discussing her education, her inspirations, and her work for NASA and as an astronaut. Includes a time line, a glossary, and a list of resources.
Seventeen-year-old singer-guitarist Alegria Montero longs for something bigger and believes a reality television show searching for the next Latin superstar offers the perfect chance for escape, but she soon learns that being on television isn't all it's cracked up to be.
A brief biography of astronaut Ellen Ochoa, who became the first Hispanic woman to travel into space; and chronicles her childhood, education, and acceptance into the NASA program.
