Path to the Stars: my journey from Girl Scout to rocket scientist by Sylvia Acevedo is an inspiring memoir about a Latina rocket scientist whose early life was transformed by joining the Girl Scouts and who currently serves as CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA.
WATCH AND RESPOND
Hear Sylvia talk about being one of the first females to study industrial engineering. What challenges have you faced in your life so far?
Hear Sylvia talk about lessons learned from Girl Scouts. What have you learned from Girl Scouts?
Hear Sylvia talk about Path to the Stars. How did you feel after reading Path to the Stars?
FUN FACTS
Sylvia joined the Girl Scouts at age 7.
As CEO of Girl Scouts, Sylvia helped add over 100 badges in areas such as robotics, coding, engineering, and cybersecurity.
Visit the author’s website to learn more about her!
ACTIVITIES
DIY ROCKET
Watch the video below and make your own homemade rocket with vinegar and baking soda!
NASA STEM ACTIVITIES
Or choose an family activity from the NASA website linked below.
