Our Math Hero Readers spotlight real-world people who use math in their careers, showing campers how math is used in real life. In Grades 3–5, we share real-life examples of people who use math in their careers or have contributed to the field of mathematics. Math Hero Readers Grades 3–5
ELLEN OCHOA MATH HERO
Dr. Ellen Ochoa is a trailblazer. She
was the first Latina astronaut to go to space and she is a member of the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame! As a kid, she loved playing the flute and reading books. Math Heroes like Ellen are persistent!
FAST FACTS WHAT WHEN WHERE WOW!
Scientist and Astronaut Born in 1958 From La Mesa, California Spent 978 hours in space!
3–2–1 BLAST OFF! When Ellen was growing up, her favorite subject was math. She also loved music. Would she be a math teacher? A musician? She decided to become a scientist.
The International Space Station (ISS) has welcomed more than 270 astronauts, including Ellen!
When Sally Ride became the first American woman to go to space in 1983, Ellen was inspired. She wanted to be an astronaut too. It wasn’t easy, but she persisted. In 1993, she became the first Latina astronaut to blast off into space.
WORDS TO KNOW
analyze: to study something closely
data: a collection of numbers and facts
persistent: to continue with purpose and not give up, even when it’s difficult
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