Wanda Hears the Stars by Amy S. Hanson with Wanda Diaz Merced and Rocio Arreola Mendoza - ADVISABLE

Wanda Hears the Stars: A blind astronomer listens to the Universe by Amy S. Hanson with Wanda Diaz Merced, illustrated by Rocio Arreola Mendoza. NON-FICTION PICTURE BOOK. Charlesbridge, 2025. $19. 9781623544874

Also available in Spanish, Translated by Gabriela Carrion. 9781623544881

BUYING ADVISORY: EL - ADVISABLE

APPEALS TO: SEVERAL

Wanda’s childhood in Puerto Rico fostered her love for nature and of the stars. She followed her dream into college, but when she lost her sight from complications of her diabetes, she thought her dream might be over. Luckily she was surrounded by supportive friends who not only helped her learn how to navigate her new world, but they also helped her find a new way for her to pursue her dreams of the stars - hearing the universe in a whole new way.

Wanda’s story hits so many buttons - conquering challenges, global majority, female, current science - so many reasons to introduce her to students on so many levels. SHow all of your teachers.

Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS