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Astronomer
Jewish Women Series™
Vera Rubin
The astronomer who discovered evidence of dark matter.
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Want all four? Get the gift set$72.00 · all four books in a keepsake gift box- A trailblazing Jewish astronomer who changed how we understand the universe
- Celebrates perseverance, curiosity and the limitless power of imagination
- A perfect read for young readers who love science, space and STEM
About this book
Vera Rubin was a trailblazing Jewish astronomer who changed how we understand the universe.
At a time when women weren’t welcome in science, Vera followed her curiosity and discovered evidence of dark matter, forever transforming astronomy.
This empowering children’s book celebrates perseverance, curiosity, and the limitless power of imagination, making it a perfect read for young readers who love science, space, and STEM.
Format: Hardcover, Glossy Art Paper, 32 Pages
ISBN: US 979-8-9921028-1-9
Dimensions: 8 × 10 in (206 × 254 mm)
Published: December 1, 2025
Ages: 3-9
Details
- Format
- Hardcover, glossy art paper
- Pages
- 32
- ISBN
- US 979-8-9921028-1-9
- Dimensions
- 8 × 10 in (206 × 254 mm)
- Ages
- 3–9
- Published
- December 1, 2025
- Authors
- Gila Rapoport & Lieba Abecassis
- Illustrator
- poelosophy
Questions & answers
What ages are these books for?
The Jewish Women Series is written for children ages 3–9 — picture-book storytelling that grows with them, with real history parents can talk through together.
Are these true stories?
Yes. Each book is a children’s biography. Vera’s story is told with warmth and wonder, and every book closes with discussion questions you can explore together.
What is the book like?
A 32-page hardcover on glossy art paper, 8 × 10 inches, with full-colour illustrations on every spread — built to be read again and again.
Who was Vera Rubin?
Vera Rubin was an American astronomer whose work on galaxy rotation provided key evidence for dark matter. In a time when women weren’t welcome in science, she followed her curiosity anyway.
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Look inside
Pages made to be pored over
Full-colour illustrations on every spread, with a story told in a voice little readers love.
Parent reviews
What parents say about the series
“We got these books back in April, and my daughter still loves reading them! Her favorite is Sara fortis !!! it is so nice and inspiring to see books about the incredible Jewish woman! Thank you for creating this series and I really hope you make more!”
“This series became a quick favorite in our home! We love taking the time to read and appreciate and learn about the incredible Jewish women that accomplished such remarkable things. I hope more books come out so our collection can keep growing!!”
“The books? gorgeous. The box? feels lux and premium! the content? educational, inspiring, emotional, and somehow light enough for young readers but also enough for this mom to feel inspired reading it too! I hope they make more books because these are now my…”
“We really enjoyed this book! My daughter is 10 years old and we felt the story was written well, and was age appropriate. It shared the story of an incredible activist, who made such a difference to life of Syrian Jewry, without feeling scary or heavy. It…”
“Beautiful set of books for children, my kids loved the fun illustrations and stories”
“Great gift idea for readers! Love the story line and super motivational. I love the colors and animation as well!”
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