Caro's Comet - Robin Pullen

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Résumé :
Journey into astronomy with Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella, the whimsical story of Caroline Herschel, the first female astronomer to discover the first lady's comet! Caro longs to study the stars, view comets, and learn about astronomy, so her talking telescope beckons her to explore the constellations outside her window. Then she will truly be a scientist! But her mother disagrees. Comet, shmomet! Because of Caro's physical limitations from typhus, her mom thinks she can only sweep the floors, not the skies. But with her magic telescope's encouragement, Caro learns she is unlimited. On every page a sparkling light captivates Caro. Famously known as the real-life Celestial Cinderella, she uncovers the mysteries of the night sky and becomes the first female astronomer to earn a salary. Caro was even awarded the Gold Medal of Science! An enchanting story for young readers, filled with purpose, creativity, courage, and strength, persistent Caro doesn't give up, believing in herself even when others won't. Incorporating Math and Science standards, colorful cartoon illustrations by Bill Ivins capture Caro's real-life quest to map the stars! Perfect for...Elementary school-aged kids 4-8 who love science, discovery, astronomy, nature, and STEM Parents, grandparents, and family members of young children seeking a fun way to help them learn about the night sky Educators of young minds who want to teach kids about their power to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams Grade school teachers and educators looking to engage their students into the exciting study of the stars and planets Media specialists and librarians seeking stories of real-life female scientists and astronomers A gift for birthdays, holidays, and days of school achievements Anyone can scan the stars, but it takes someone strong to reach their dreams. - Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella...

Biographie:
Caro's Comet author Robin Pullen is a mom, playwright, and teacher of gifted and special needs children. Paint! Marc Chagall's Colorful Musical Adventure, a National Children's Theatre Festival winner, was produced at Coral Gables' Actors' Playhouse and is published by Concord Theatrical. Playwriting awards include the Georgia Theater Conference, the David Mark Cohen National Playwriting Finalist, National Children's Theatre Festival, New York's American Globe Theater, and a Metro Atlanta Theatre award. The musical Caro's Comet is a Eugene O'Neill National Playwrights semifinalist.Robin Pullen is published by Concord Theatricals, Creative Loafing, and O'Georgia. A gifted teacher, Robin has served on the Advisory Boards of the Process Theatre, Amelia Community Theatre, and Working Title Playwrights. She is a member of the Alliance for Jewish Theatre and the Dramatists Guild....