The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars
Illustrator
The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars is a strong choice for readers looking for Black picture books shaped by science, biography. Julia Finley Mosca uses picture-book storytelling to introduce mae Jemison's love of science, dance, and possibility becomes a rhyming biography full of momentum and encouragement. For families, educators, and librarians building lists of DEI picture books, BIPOC picture books, and strong read-alouds, this title brings real value for conversations about science, biography. Find more BIPOC books for kids, then try Chooch Helped picture book next.
5
9
Themes
Gender
Publisher
ISBN
9781943147632.00
Reader fit
Best for this book
Age fit
Ages 5-9
Use for
Love, Science
Representation
BIPOC, African American, Black History Month
Language
English
Shelf note
Staff Picks
A practical pick when you need a picture book about science with enough story value for repeat reading.