Caro's Comet

<p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Journey into astronomy with<em> Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella</em> the whimsical story of Caroline Herschel the first female astronomer to discover the first lady's comet!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>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!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>But her mother disagrees.</span><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> Comet shmomet!</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> 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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>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!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Incorporating Math and Science standards colorful cartoon illustrations by Bill Ivins capture Caro's real-life quest to map the stars!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Perfect for...</span></p><ol><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Elementary school-aged kids 4-8 who love science discovery astronomy nature and STEM</span></li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Parents grandparents and family members of young children seeking a fun way to help them learn about the night sky</span></li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Educators of young minds who want to teach kids about their power to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams</span></li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Grade school teachers and educators looking to engage their students into the exciting study of the stars and planets</span></li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Media specialists and librarians seeking stories of real-life female scientists and astronomers</span></li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>A gift for birthdays holidays and days of school achievements</span></li></ol><p><br></p><p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> Anyone can scan the stars but it takes someone strong to reach their dreams. - Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella</em></p>