"In an accessible, conversational tone...Jemison offers insight into her remarkable life, from her announcement in kindergarten, in 1961, that she wanted 'to be a scientist' to her realization of her dream as 'the first woman of color in the world to travel into space.' ...a testimony to the power of setting goals and the strength of character necessary to achieve them. - Publishers Weekly"[An] appealing glimpse into the early life of an impressive woman." - School Library JournalWith an 8-page photo insert.