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Women who shaped science : inspirational leaders in STEM
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 book for age 8 and older opens with the first perfume maker in 1200 BCE, through the present, a young woman from Kenya 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 activities and experiments to do at home, glossary, and list of periodic elements. 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. References include a glossary and list of periodic elements.
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