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| Title Statement | Women who shaped science: inspirational leaders in STEM / written by Frances Durkin ; illustrated by Nur Ventura ; activities written by Jenny Jacoby ; designed by Vicky Barker. |
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| Alternative Title(s) | Inspirational leaders in science, technology, engineering, mathematics Inspirational leaders in STEM |
| Author | Durkin, Frances, 1981- |
| Additional Contributors | Barker, Vicky |
| Jacoby, Jenny | |
| Ventura, Nur | |
| Publication | Mount Joy, PA: Curious Fox Books, an imprint of Fox Chapel Publishing,[2024]©2024 |
| Extent of Item | 72 pages |
| ISBN | 9798890941862 (hardcover) |
| Other Number | pr07848362 |
| General Notes | "With 12 activities you can try too!"--cover. |
| Summary | "A fascinating journey through history chronicling 20 remarkable women who were pioneers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This beautifully illustrated non-fiction children's book for ages 8 and older opens with the first perfume maker, Tapputi Belatekallim in Mesopotamia, 1200 BCE, through the present, where Nzambi Matee from Kenya, who while studying physics, invented eco-friendly paving blocks made from recycled plastics, their inspirational stories will inspire the next generation of female STEM innovators. Further engagement is encouraged with 12 at-home activities and experiments including Make Your Own Fossil, Build a Recycled Toy House, and Measure Something You Can't See."-- |
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