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Trailblazers: 33 Women in Science Who Changed the World

"Covering important advancements made by women in fields such as biology, medicine, astronomy, and technology, author Rachel Swaby explains 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 about the world and the realization that the road to discovery can be positively thrilling (Amazon). Includes Ada Lovelace, Florence Nightingale, Sally Ride, and 30 other women.

By Swaby, Rachel
Audience
Grades 6-8
Keywords
Women innovators scientific discovery scientific innovation innovation process stories about inventions

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"Covering important advancements made by women in fields such as biology, medicine, astronomy, and technology, author Rachel Swaby explains 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 about the world and the realization that the road to discovery can be positively thrilling (Amazon). Includes Ada Lovelace, Florence Nightingale, Sally Ride, and 30 other women.

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Author / CreatorSwaby, Rachel
FormatBook
AudienceGrades 6-8

Keywords

Women innovators scientific discovery scientific innovation innovation process stories about inventions