This engaging worksheet introduces students to the inspiring life of Mary Jackson (1921-2005), a mathematician, researcher, and NASA’s first African-American female engineer.
The first page highlights key moments from Mary’s life, from her early work as a math teacher to breaking barriers as NASA’s first Black female engineer. Mary played a crucial role in aerospace research, analyzing wind tunnel experiments to improve aircraft design. Beyond her engineering achievements, Mary was a dedicated advocate for women and minorities in STEM, working to create more opportunities for future generations.
Flip to the second page for an interactive experience!
Spark curiosity with a delightful word completion game featuring fascinating facts about Mary.
Plus, check students’ understanding with True/False questions.
The third page includes Mary’s life-themed word search puzzle.
On the fourth page, students will embark on a decoding challenge using the symbol-to-text table provided; they will turn the symbols into letters and unravel Mary’s inspiring quotes.
Students can choose their favorite quote, write it on a separate piece of paper, and display it on the classroom walls to inspire everyone.
This activity is perfect for Black History Month (February), the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11th), Women’s History Month (March), International Women’s Day (March 8th), International Day of Human Space Flight (April 12th), National Astronaut Day (May 5th), National Space Day (the first Friday in May), International Women in Mathematics Day (May 12th), Women in Engineering Day (June 23rd), and English, Science, and Social Studies classes.
As educators, it is our responsibility to present a comprehensive history to future generations and emphasize that the world, as it is today, is a product of the works and achievements of both men and women.
Although more than before, the official curriculum still lacks space for women’s history, stories about pioneering women, and their influence on society.
Therefore, it is essential to proactively include content about women, providing children with role models and examples to identify with while teaching them that women are equal, and have made significant contributions to history.
Education is one of the most important ways to inspire and create a more equal society for us and future generations.
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