Joan Of Arc Project

6 hours ago

We are so happy the astronauts made it back home safely and we cannot wait to continue to watch the next generation of astronauts reach their dreams!A message from NASA astronaut Christina Koch who has now arrived safely back to Earth: "To everyone who has been following my journey, I want to sincerely thank you for your continued support — it truly means everything. Being part of the Artemis II mission is not just a personal milestone, but a step forward for all of us who believe in exploration and possibility.

To the young women and aspiring explorers out there: never doubt what you’re capable of. Your dreams are valid, your voice matters, and your place in science, engineering, and space is absolutely yours to claim. I hope my journey reminds you that no goal is too far, and no dream is out of reach when you commit to it.

And to everyone inspired or interested in this path — stay curious, stay driven, and don’t be afraid to take that first step. I’m always grateful to connect with people who share the same passion, so feel free to reach out and be part of this journey with us. 🚀"

Christina, pictured above at Space Camp, attended every summer from the ages of 13 to 17.

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To inspire the space-loving Mighty Girls in your life, you can find books about mighty women of space and space-themed toys in our blog post "Reach for the Stars!" at www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=16848

To introduce kids to trailblazing women of NASA, we highly recommend "Margaret and the Moon" for ages 5 to 9 (www.amightygirl.com/margaret-and-the-moon), "A Computer Called Katherine" for ages 5 to 9 (www.amightygirl.com/a-computer-called-katherine), Galaxy Girls" for ages 7 to 12 (www.amightygirl.com/galaxy-girls), and "Gutsy Girls Go For Science: Astronauts" for ages 8 to 12 (www.amightygirl.com/gutsy-girls-astronauts)

For a thrilling introduction to more pioneering women of space, we also recommend the inspiring graphic novel "Astronauts: Women on the Final Frontier," for ages 10 and up at www.amightygirl.com/astronauts-women-on-the-final-frontier ... See MoreSee Less

Joan Of Arc Project

6 hours ago

#kreweearthIn her first public remarks since returning to Earth, NASA astronaut Christina Koch -- the first woman to travel beyond low Earth orbit -- shared what moved her most about the 10-day journey around the Moon. It wasn't the records broken, the craters named, or the solar eclipse witnessed from the far side. It was something she saw through a small window on the way home.

"When we saw tiny Earth, people asked our crew what impressions we had," Koch said at a welcome home ceremony in Houston on Saturday. "And honestly, what struck me wasn't necessarily just Earth, it was all the blackness around it. Earth was just this lifeboat hanging undisturbingly in the universe. I know I haven't learned everything that this journey has yet to teach me, but there's one new thing I know, and that is, planet Earth: You. Are. A. Crew."

To watch her and the other astronauts' post-return press conference on Saturday, visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=HacpRDfCbnw

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For children's books that explore the themes in Christina's words -- our shared planet and our responsibility to protect it and each other -- visit our collection "Mighty Girls Go Green: 30 Girl-Empowering Books for Earth Month" at www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=11850

For more books that celebrate real-life female environmentalists, visit our blog post "Women Saving The Planet: 25 Kids' Books About Female Environmentalists" at www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=14831

For books about what it means to be part of a crew -- community, service, and showing up for each other -- visit "Making an Impact: 40 Mighty Girl Books About Charity and Community Service" at www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=10983

Thanks to ABC News for sharing this image! ... See MoreSee Less