Aerospace Engineer Aprille Ericsson
Aerospace Engineer Aprille Ericsson by Laura Hamilton Waxman, published by Lerner Publishing Group in January 2015, is a 32-page exploration of the life and achievements of a pioneering engineer. This book presents the journey of Aprille Ericsson, who, from a young age, demonstrated a passion for science and technology, ultimately becoming an influential figure at NASA. The narrative highlights her early experiences in middle school, where she excelled in math and science, leading to her groundbreaking accomplishments in engineering.
Readers will find an engaging account of Ericsson’s career, including her historic achievement as the first woman to earn a PhD in mechanical engineering from Howard University. The book details her contributions to various NASA projects, such as spacecraft designed for lunar mapping and climate monitoring. Through this biography, young readers are introduced to themes of perseverance and innovation in science and technology, inspiring future generations of engineers.
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Have you ever built a cool science project? In middle school, Aprille Ericsson won second place in a science fair. She knew she wanted to keep creating amazing science projects. As an adult, she became an engineer and works at NASA building spacecraft.
Ericsson was one of the few girls in her middle school who loved math and science. Years later, she became the first woman to receive a PhD in mechanical engineering from Howard University. At NASA, she’s helped build spacecraft that can map the moon, monitor climate change, or even bring soil and rocks back from Mars. Learn how Ericsson’s passion for science has helped her pave the way for future engineers.
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