Raise a Rock Star: The Picture Book That Will Inspire Your Little Explorer
Inspire the next generation of scientists with Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites.
This new picture book tells the true, adventurous story of a pioneering female geologist who defied expectations to study the universe.
The book is a must-have for curious children.
Introducing Your Child to a Real-Life Rock Star
As parents and grandparents, we’re always looking for ways to inspire the children in our lives.
We want them to be brave, curious, and believe they can achieve anything.
That’s why the new children’s picture book, Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites, is great for kids.
This book is a launchpad for future scientists, explorers, and trailblazers.
Ursula Marvin: Pioneering Geologist
Long before “STEM” was a household word, Ursula Marvin was a true pioneer.
This beautifully illustrated book tells the captivating story of a woman who was told to learn how to cook instead of studying rocks.
But Ursula didn’t listen to those who tried to limit her.
She blazed her own trail, venturing to Antarctica to hunt for meteorites and becoming one of the first scientists to analyze moon rocks from the Apollo missions.
An Excellent Gift for the Curious Child
This biography is an invitation to explore.
It’s a fun gift for a child who loves to ask “why” and “how,” who looks up at the moon and wonders what it’s made of, or who needs to see that heroes come in all forms.
Complex topics are presented in an engaging way, so kids will see that science is for everyone.
Inspire the Next Generation
Order your copy of Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites and bring this incredible story to your child’s bookshelf!
Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites
Simon & Schuster
Paula Wiseman Books
isbn 978-1534493339
Pub Date October 14, 2025
Synopsis
Ursula Marvin was a rock star in the field of geology at a time when it was nearly impossible for women to pursue careers in science.
A visionary and groundbreaking geologist, Ursula charted new territory as a scientist and fought gender discrimination at every turn in her career.
She broke barriers in science, helped create the field of planet geology, and discovered theories that are now foundational, reshaping our understanding of the universe.
Author
Sandra Neil Wallace
Illustrator
Nancy Carpenter
Suggested Ages
4 to 8 years old
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