Ginny, The Martian Helicopter: The True Story of the First Helicopter to Fly on Mars

Discover the inspiring true story of the first helicopter to fly on another planet in this heartwarming book that teaches kids about an important moment in the history of scientific and space exploration!

THEMES:

- Teamwork & collaboration

- Resilience & perseverance

- Space exploration

- Scientific discovery

- STEM connections to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Follow Ginny as she makes history, scouts new terrain, gathers data, and proves what's possible through perseverance.

Through the friendship and teamwork of Ginny the helicopter and Percy the rover, young readers are introduced to the science of flight technology, space exploration, and robotics. This STEM-friendly story is a perfect resource for classrooms, libraries, and at home, introducing aviation history, our Solar System, and flight technology. Includes themes of teamwork, resilience, exploration, and scientific discovery.

Ginny: The Martian Helicopter brings to life NASA's real Ingenuity mission through a heartwarming tale of friendship, discovery, and scientific achievement. When Ginny, the tiny helicopter, and Percy, the rover, land on Mars, they must work together to explore the red planet's surface. From navigating rocky terrain to capturing aerial photos, Ginny demonstrates how robots and teamwork make space exploration possible.

Through gentle storytelling and factual accuracy, this STEM adventure introduces young readers to concepts like flight in thin atmospheres, planetary science, and the spirit of perseverance. Even after Ginny breaks a rotor blade, she finds a new purpose-teaching kids that every contribution matters, even after setbacks.

Supports classroom learning with connections to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Great for ages 7-9 who are curious about space, engineering, or robotics

Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, STEM units, and bedtime with aspiring scientists