Download or read book Hispanic American Biographies Severo Ochoa written by Gregory Garretson and published by Heinemann-Raintree Library. This book was released on 2005-10-10 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Severo Ochoa was a very important scientist who was forced to leave his home in Spain and move all around the world. He never stopped working, however, and eventually received the greatest honor a scientist can get: the Nobel Prize.
Download or read book Notable Latino Americans written by Matt S. Meier and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1997-05-28 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles both prominent and important but less-familiar people who have made significant contributions in their fields.
Download or read book Ellen Ochoa written by Teresa Iverson and published by Heinemann-Raintree Library. This book was released on 2006 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ellen Ochoa is the first Hispanic-American woman ever to become an astronaut. She has flown in space four times on the space shuttle. She has also traveled two of those times to the International Space Station.
Download or read book Ellen Ochoa written by Carole Marsh and published by Gallopade International. This book was released on 2003-08-01 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An activity book that presents information about Ellen Ochoa.
Download or read book Hispanic American Profiles written by Gene Machamer and published by One World/Ballantine. This book was released on 1996 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are the fascinating life stories of 150 Latino American business and political leaders, athletes, artists, and military heroes who have made significant contributions to this country and the world, including: * Cesar Chavez * Gloria Estefan * John Quinones * Ellen Ochoa * Jimmy Smits And many more! A CELEBRATION OF HISPANIC AMERICANS WHOSE ENDURING CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE ENRICHED THE QUALITY AND DIVERSITY OF OUR CULTURE. Hispanic Americans have a long and proud history in the United States. This easy to use reference provides a lasting record of more than 150 role models whose contributions influenced every aspect of American life. Here are the life achievements of farm labor leader Cesar Chavez, novelist Oscar Hijuelos, Tejano singer Selena, power hitter Jose Canseco, and actor and activist Martin Sheen. Hispanic American Profiles also introduces us to lesser known but equally influential Latino and Latina Americans, including Robert C. Goizueta, former Chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola; Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina selected by NASA and a Space Shuttle Discovery Astronaut; Federico Peñ a, U.S. Secretary of Transportation; Antonia Novello, Surgeon General of the United States; Nobel Prize-winning scientist Severo Ochoa; and the Latino Congressional Medal of Honor winners since World War II. Hispanic American Profiles serves as an excellent introduction to the variety and richness of Hispanic American culture.
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Download or read book Portraits of Hispanic American Heroes written by Juan Felipe Herrera and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-08-07 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspiring tribute to Hispanic Americans who have made a positive impact on the world This visually stunning book showcases twenty Hispanic and Latino American men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, science, humanitarianism, and athletics. Gorgeous portraits complement sparkling biographies of Cesar Chavez, Sonia Sotomayor, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and many more. Complete with timelines and famous quotes, this tome is a magnificent homage to those who have shaped our nation. In this volume: Adelina Otero-Warren, Bernardo de Galvez, Cesar Chavez, David Farragut, Dennis Chavez, Desi Arnaz, Dolores Huerta, Ellen Ochoa, Helen Rodríguez Trías, Hero Street USA, Ignacio Lozano, Jaime Escalante, Joan Baez, Judy Baca, Julia de Burgos, Luis Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Roberte Clemente, Sonia Sotomayor, and Tomas Rivera
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Download or read book Ellen Ochoa written by Christine Juarez and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2019-05-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of astronaut Ellen Ochoa.
Download or read book Standing Tall written by Argentina Palacios and published by Scholastic Paperbacks. This book was released on 1994 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of mini-biographies follows the achievements of U.S. Navy Admiral David Farragut, baseball player Roberto Clemente, singer Gloria Estefan, schoolteacher Jaime Escalente, and six other notable Hispanic Americans. Original.
Download or read book Hispanic American Biographies Adriana Ocampo written by Cynthia Guidici and published by Heinemann-Raintree Library. This book was released on 2006 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a short biography of planetary geologist, Adriana Ocampo, and examines her childhood in South America, immigration to California, her early interest in science, and her later work with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Download or read book Ellen Ochoa written by Judy L. Hasday and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ellen Ochoa follows the life of the first Hispanic female astronaut who traveled in space. After becoming an astronaut in July 1991, Ochoa became a mission specialist and flight engineer for NASA. She has since logged more than 900 hours in space a
Download or read book Ellen Ochoa written by Joy Paige and published by Rosen Reference. This book was released on 2003-10 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles the first Hispanic American woman to go into space, describing her first journey as a mission specialist on the space shuttle Discovery and subsequent missions to deliver supplies to the International Space Station.
Download or read book 100 Hispanic and Latino Americans Who Shaped American History written by Rick Laezman and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-08-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 extraordinary Hispanic and Latino Americans with this fact-filled biography collection for kids. Educational and engaging, 100 Hispanic and Latino Americans Who Shaped American History features: Simple, easy-to-read text that has been freshly updated and now includes brand-new additions of Gloria E. Anzaldúa and Justice Sonia Sotomayor Illustrated portraits of each figure Fascinating facts about famous and lesser-known Hispanic American heroes A timeline, trivia questions, project ideas and more! From Mariano Vallejo to Carmen Miranda, Cesar Chavez to Oscar de la Renta, Aliza Lifshitz to Sandra Cisneros and many more, readers will be introduced to artists, activists, scientists, and icons throughout history. Organized chronologically, 100 Hispanic and Latino Americans Who Shaped American History offers a look at the prominent role these men and women played and how their talents, ideas, and expertise have influenced the country from its very beginning all the way through the present day.
Download or read book Ellen Ochoa Second Edition written by Judy Hasday and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly updated, Ellen Ochoa, Second Edition follows the life of the first Hispanic female astronaut to travel in space. After becoming an astronaut in July 1991, Ochoa became a mission specialist and flight engineer for NASA. She has since logged more than 900 hours in space and has helped open the door for Hispanic women in the field of science. In 2002, she was appointed deputy director of flight crew operations at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, managing and directing the astronaut office and aircraft operations. This engaging and visually appealing biography highlights Ochoa's heritage and achievements.
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