NASA Launches “First Woman: Expanding Our Universe” — A Graphic Novel Celebrating Space Exploration and Representation
NASA has just released the latest installment of its graphic novel series, First Woman: Expanding Our Universe, an interactive and educational comic that blends engaging storytelling with real science. The series follows the fictional astronaut Callie Rodriguez, the first woman to walk on the Moon — a character designed to inspire a new generation of explorers, engineers, and space enthusiasts.
📖 Read the full interactive experience here:
https://www.space.com/nasa-interactive-graphic-novel-first-woman
What Makes First Woman Stand Out?
NASA’s First Woman project uses the graphic novel format to make aerospace science more accessible, especially to younger readers. It’s a creative way to promote STEM education while offering an engaging, visually rich story.
Some key highlights:
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Interactive digital experience with clickable content and educational activities to make sure readers take a few things with them after their journey through this stellar read.
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Authentic science in action, thanks to input from NASA engineers and mission specialists while developing the graphic novel.
Why It Matters for the Comic Community
This release represents a rare and meaningful intersection between the comic book industry and government-led science outreach. For readers interested in science fiction, real-world space missions, or representation in media, First Woman offers both entertainment and inspiration.
Whether you’re a fan of grounded sci-fi like The Martian, a teacher looking for quality STEM resources to share with students, or someone who appreciates comics that shoot for the moon, First Woman is a great read — and it’s free!
NASA’s effort to use the graphic novel medium to reach broader audiences is a welcome step, especially for those of us who believe comics are a powerful vehicle for storytelling, education, and change.
📚 Take a moment to check it out — and consider sharing it with students, educators, or fellow fans of illustrated storytelling.