This biography illustrates the accomplishments of a woman who developed a system of classifying stars and who-to this day-holds the record for identifying more stars than anyone else in the world. In 1925, Annie Jump Cannon became the first woman to be honored by Oxford University with a doctor of science degree. In addition to noting the achievements of the astronomer and her contributions to science, the book details Cannon's work and system of ranking stars by heat.
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Johnette Downing is an award-winning singer and songwriter who performs original childrens music inspired by her Louisiana heritage. Her accolades include eight Parents Choice Awards, two Parents Guide to Childrens Media Awards, five National Parenting Publications awards, four iParenting Media Awards, a Family Choice award, and a Family Review Center Seal o
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