Trailblazers: 33 Women in Science Who Changed the World (Penworthy Picks Middle School Ser.)

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Synopsis
Virginia Apgar. Sally Ride. Rachel Carson. These names are etched in history and included here as part of this awe-inspiring collection of profiles of some of the world's most influential women in science. Author Rachel Swaby delves into the minds of thirty-three such women, whose vision, creativity, passion and dedication have helped make important strides in the world of science--who have in fact changed the world.Middle grade kids will be fascinated by these snapshot profiles of some of history's most important female scientists. These women have made strides in fields including biology, medicine, astronomy, and technology. In addition, Swaby emphasizes the fact that people aren't born brilliant scientists. They observe and experiment as kids and as adults, testing ideas again and again, each time learning something new. Kids are sure to come away with a renewed curiosity of the world and the realization that the road to discovery can be positively thrilling.From the Hardcover edition.
Copyright:
2016

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
195 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780399554179
Related ISBNs:
9780399553967
Publisher:
Random House Children's Books
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Rachel Swaby
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Nonfiction, Science, Biographies and Memoirs, Technology
Grade Levels:
Fifth grade, Sixth grade, Seventh grade
Reading Age:
10 and up
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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