Nicole Mann, First Native Woman in Space. Photographed in full spacesuit.

Nicole Mann, First Native Woman in Space

HSS 3.4.6, W.3.2

This lesson introduces students to Nicole Mann (Wailaki) a Round Valley Indian Tribal member from Northern California and the first Native American woman to travel to space. Through a guided Google Slides presentation, students learn about Nicole’s background, education, training, and accomplishments as a U.S. Marine Corps pilot, mechanical engineer, and NASA astronaut. The lesson highlights her bravery, determination, and the cultural pride she brings to her role.