English 5-10 years STEM Historical Figures Curiosity Women in STEM Sandra Nickel & Aimée Sicuro summary I love a good book about a historical figure in STEM, and Vera Rubin is a marvelous example of that. Vera was a young girl that grew up interested in science, staying up late to study the stars. When…
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Space Maps: Your Tour of the Universe
Written By: Lara Albanese Illustrated by: Tommaso Vidus Rosin For Ages: 5 years and up Language: English Topics Covered: STEM, Pint-Sized Professor, Space, Astronomy. Summary: This massive book is absolutely incredible! Space Maps is an oversized reference book about all things space, with large sections about the stars, planets, solar systems, and so much more….
The Girl Who Named Pluto: The Story of Venetia Burney
Written by: Alice B. McGinty Illustrated by: Elizabeth Haidle For ages: 4 years and up Language: English Topics Covered: STEM, Space, Women in Science, Family, Historic Events, Historical Figures, Astronomy. Summary: Venetia is a young girl who lives in Britain with her mother and grandfather. She is fascinated by space and the planets, memorizing facts about them and asking all…