She Persisted in Science: Brilliant Women Who Made a Difference
A STEM-focused addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling She Persisted series!
Throughout history, women have been told that science isnt for them. Theyve been told that theyre not smart enough, or that their brains just arent able to handle it. In this book, Chelsea Clinton introduces readers to women scientists who didnt listen to those who told them no and who used their smarts, their skills and their persistence to discover, invent, create and explain.
She Persisted in Science is for everyone whos ever had questions about the world around them or the way things work, and who wont give up until they find their answers.
With engaging artwork by Alexandra Boiger accompanying the inspiring text, this is a book that shows readers that everyone has the potential to make a difference, and that women in science change our world.
This book features: Florence Nightingale, Rebecca Lee Crumpler, Ynes Enriquetta Julietta Mexia, Grace Hopper, Rosalind Franklin, Gladys West, Jane Goodall, Flossie Wong-Staal, Temple Grandin, Zaha Hadid, Ellen Ochoa, Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha & Mari Copeny, and Autumn Peltier, Greta Thunberg & Wanjiru Wathuti
Praise for She Persisted:
* [A] lovely, moving work of childrens literature [and a] polished introduction to a diverse and accomplished group of women. Publishers Weekly, starred review
Exemplary . . . This well-curated list will show children that womens voices have made themselves emphatically heard. Booklist
[She Persisted] will remind little girls that they can achieve their goals if they dont let obstacles get in the way. Family Circle
We cant wait to grab a copy for some of the awesome kids in our lives . . . and maybe some of the grown-ups, too. Bustle
A message we all need to hear. Scary Mommy
Praise for She Persisted in Science:
This inspiring collective biography provides a host of role models for young readers. --School Library Journal See more
Throughout history, women have been told that science isnt for them. Theyve been told that theyre not smart enough, or that their brains just arent able to handle it. In this book, Chelsea Clinton introduces readers to women scientists who didnt listen to those who told them no and who used their smarts, their skills and their persistence to discover, invent, create and explain.
She Persisted in Science is for everyone whos ever had questions about the world around them or the way things work, and who wont give up until they find their answers.
With engaging artwork by Alexandra Boiger accompanying the inspiring text, this is a book that shows readers that everyone has the potential to make a difference, and that women in science change our world.
This book features: Florence Nightingale, Rebecca Lee Crumpler, Ynes Enriquetta Julietta Mexia, Grace Hopper, Rosalind Franklin, Gladys West, Jane Goodall, Flossie Wong-Staal, Temple Grandin, Zaha Hadid, Ellen Ochoa, Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha & Mari Copeny, and Autumn Peltier, Greta Thunberg & Wanjiru Wathuti
Praise for She Persisted:
* [A] lovely, moving work of childrens literature [and a] polished introduction to a diverse and accomplished group of women. Publishers Weekly, starred review
Exemplary . . . This well-curated list will show children that womens voices have made themselves emphatically heard. Booklist
[She Persisted] will remind little girls that they can achieve their goals if they dont let obstacles get in the way. Family Circle
We cant wait to grab a copy for some of the awesome kids in our lives . . . and maybe some of the grown-ups, too. Bustle
A message we all need to hear. Scary Mommy
Praise for She Persisted in Science:
This inspiring collective biography provides a host of role models for young readers. --School Library Journal See more
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