Discover the inspiring true story of the first helicopter to fly on another planet! 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 4-9 who are curious about space, engineering, or robotics Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, STEM units, and bedtime with aspiring scientists "Ginny: The Martian Helicopter is a profoundly inspiring book that brilliantly brings a monumental moment in space exploration to life, sure to ignite the imaginations and dreams of young innovators and explorers!" Col. Merryl Tengesdal, U.S. Air Force (ret.), First Black Female U-2 pilot "Out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary! If your child loves planes, trains, and automobiles, they'd better get ready for Ginny: The Martian Helicopter! This book takes a twist on the modern-day aviation adventure by bringing kids on a vital mission to explore uncharted territory on planet Mars. On this journey, based on a true story, we follow NASA's small-but-mighty helicopter, Ginny ( Ingenuity), as she roams the red skies above Percy ( Perseverance ), a rover seeking signs of ancient life in outer space. Ginny: The Martian Helicopter is a fantastic discussion spark for what lies beyond the Earth in our solar system. Engage young scholars with this story to help them "dig a little deeper" into the way-out-there and get them dreaming about shooting for the stars." Mara Burton, Elementary School Teacher "Ginny is a luminous celebration of courage, curiosity, and creativity, all wrapped in the true story of NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter, the first aircraft to achieve aerial flight on another planet. With warmth and wonder, this children's book transforms an engineering marvel into an accessible, inspiring tale that will ignite the imagination of every young reader. What I love most about Ginny is how it distills big, complex ideas: thin Martian air, advanced engineering, and the challenge of flight on another world, into a story brimming with heart. Readers will cheer for Ginny as she faces setbacks, like a broken propeller, and discover that resilience means finding another way to rise. Through both Ginny's plucky personality and the teamwork between her rover friend, "Percy," and, of course, those NASA engineers, the book gently teaches that science is not just about machines and numbers... It's about Perseverance (see what I did there), problem-solving, and dreaming beyond limitations. The illustrations whisk readers into the rust-red landscapes of Mars. Children will not only learn the science behind Ingenuity's achievements but also wonder about those red rocks, dust storms, and what it might mean to humanly explore Mars. At its heart, Ginny is more than a story about a helicopter; it's a reminder that humanity's boldest adventures often begin with the smallest steps and the shortest flights. Just as Ginny lifted off the Martian soil, young readers will be inspired to lift their own ideas skyward, fueled by imagination and courage." Janet Ivey-Duensing, Ginny: The Martian Helicopter is a profoundly inspiring book that brilliantly brings a monumental moment in space exploration to life, sure to ignite the imaginations and dreams of young innovators and explorers! Col. Merryl Tengesdal, U.S. Air Force (ret.), First Black Female U-2 pilot Out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary! If your child loves planes, trains, and automobiles, they'd better get ready for Ginny: The Martian Helicopter! This book takes a twist on the modern-day aviation adventure by bringing kids on a vital mission to explore uncharted territory on planet Mars. On this journey, based on a true story, we follow NASA's small-but-mighty h