women in science

"An illustrated introduction to women scientists who didn't listen to those who told them "no" and who used their smarts, skills and persistence to discover, invent, create, and explain"--Adapted from publisher description.

"In this book, you'll learn about groundbreaking female environmental scientists, career paths in environmental sciences, how to become an environmental scientist, key skills for success, methods of exploring the field while in school, and . . . more"--Back cover.

Looks at twenty notable women in science, such as Ada Lovelace, Marie Curie, and Mae Jemison.

Examines the lives and accomplishments of women scientists in the field of astronomy. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Examines the lives and accomplishments of women scientists in physics and the field of engineering. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Presents biographies of fifty African American women who have contributed to and are working in STEM fields. Features illustrations, photographs, source notes, and an index.

"Women scientists are not new, but they haven't always gotten credit for being so stellar. In Jennifer Calvert and Octavia Jackson's Science Superstars, you'll be introduced to 30 remarkable women whose passion and dedication to all things science led to groundbreaking discoveries, vital medicine, essential technology, and cutting-edge inventions that changed the world. If you use GPS or Wi-Fi, you have Hedy Lamarr to thank for that. If you are fascinated by space travel, look no further than Katherine Johnson, Mary Jackson, Stephanie Kwolek, Sally Ride, and Mae Jemison. And if you're spellbound by advances in medicine, the work of Elizabeth Blackwell, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin, and others is indispensable to the world we know today. Discover the triumphs, curiosity, and hard work of female trailblazers whose love of science spurred revolutionary advances"--From the publisher's web site.

"In Gutsy Girls Go for Science: Astronauts, readers ages 8 through 11 explore the lives of some of the world's most amazing female astronauts. Bonnie Dunbar, Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Sunita Williams, and Serena Au??n-Chancellor are all pioneers in the field of space exploration. These women trained for years to develop the skills necessary to become astronauts, taking risks and pushing the limits of what we know about life in space"--Back cover.

"... shares the ... stories of how diverse and powerful women have (and continue) to shape science and humanity"--Back cover.

"Shares the colorful careers of women in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM careers. Using their STEM superpowers--curiosity, observation, problem-solving, collaboration, data collection, and communication--these superheroes are making the world a greener, healthier, and cleaner place"--Back cover.