Women in Science and Technology

RACHEL CARSON: Explore fascinating facts about marine biologist and conservationist Rachel Carson, whose book showing how chemicals hurt the planet helped start the modern environmental movement. Let's get to know Rachel Carson! WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Words have the power to create change, and Rachel Carson knew this. She shared her love of nature and the need to protect it by writing several books. Her work inspires young people today to protect our planet. INCLUDES: This 24-page high-interest book for grades 1—4 introduces students to influential women in science and technology. It includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions. BENEFITS: This biography series highlights the accomplishments, dedication, and passion that drove these women to succeed in the fields of science and technology. Learning about these amazing women is sure to engage, entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

AYANNA HOWARD: Explore fascinating facts about Dr. Ayanna Howard. The African American roboticist, educator, and entrepreneur solves problems for Earth and space. Let's get to know Ayanna Howard! WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: As a young child, Ayanna Howard liked figuring out how things worked. Her creativity and love for math led her to become a robotics engineer. Today, Dr. Howard continues to share her passion of robotics to help young minds grow. INCLUDES: This 24-page high-interest book for grades 1–4 introduces students to influential women in science and technology. It includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions. BENEFITS: This biography series highlights the accomplishments, dedication, and passion that drove these women to succeed in the fields of science and technology. Learning about these amazing women is sure to engage, entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

TU YOUYOU: Explore fascinating facts about Chinese scientist Tu Youyou, who found a cure for malaria and is credited with saving many lives. Let's get to know Tu Youyou! WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Youyou is a unique scientist. She is an expert in both traditional Chinese medicine and modern medicine. She studied plants that could make medicine and found a cure for malaria, later earning her a Nobel Prize. Her story inspires young people today to enjoy science. INCLUDES: This 24-page high-interest book for grades 1—4 introduces students to influential women in science and technology. It includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions. BENEFITS: This biography series highlights the accomplishments, dedication, and passion that drove these women to succeed in the fields of science and technology. Learning about these amazing women is sure to engage, entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

Women in Science and Technology: Katherine Johnson gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson. It covers her childhood, work for the space program, and passion for STEM education. As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count, and she grew into a woman whose math skills helped send people into space. Her work at NASA was critical to the first space flights. Her successes inspire young people to enjoy math and science. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extention activity.

Women in Science and Technology: Elizabeth Blackwell gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of the first woman doctor in the United States. This biography presents the struggles Elizabeth Blackwell faced to achieve her goal of practicing medicine. It also describes her other accomplishments, such as starting a clinic for women and establishing a women's medical school. Discover how this pioneer in medicine and women's equality changed the world forever. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extention activity.

Women in Science and Technology: Megan Smith gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of the self-proclaimed technology evangelist who was the first woman to serve as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the United States. The little girl who was curious about everything now believes that everyone can use technology, data, and science to make the world a better place while reducing the human impact on the planet. She shows how fun the field of technology can be, and how people of all backgrounds can adventure together to solve the world's problems. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extension activity.

Women in Science and Technology: Grace Hopper gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of one of the world's first computer programmers. Her work and ideas helped pave the way for modern computers. Grace believed there was always more than one way to solve any problem, and she used that belief in her lifelong work to bring computers to everyone. Grace asked the questions and helped solve the problems that transformed computers from giant machines that filled rooms to objects you can hold in your hand. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extension activity.

Women in Science and Technology: Mae C. Jemison gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of the first African-American woman astronaut, Mae C. Jemison. Readers will discover that she is also a doctor, dancer, businesswoman, and educator. Learn about how Mae went from a child with big dreams to a woman who inspires many. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extention activity.

MARYAM MIRZAKHANI: Explore fascinating facts about mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani. She was the first woman to win the Fields Medal, the highest honor a mathematician can receive. Let's get to know Maryam Mirzakhani! WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Maryam Mirzakhani started breaking barriers for girls in math when she was in high school. Mirzakhani showed the world that women could solve complex math problems. Her work inspires young people today to find the beauty in math. INCLUDES: This 24-page high-interest book for grades 1—4 introduces students to influential women in science and technology. It includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions. BENEFITS: This biography series highlights the accomplishments, dedication, and passion that drove these women to succeed in the fields of science and technology. Learning about these amazing women is sure to engage, entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

Women in Science and Technology: Annie Easley gives readers in grades 1-3 a brief biography of the NASA computer scientist. It covers her childhood, work for the space program, and outreach. Annie Easley didn't plan to become a computer, but she needed a job, and she was good at math. Her work at NASA helped send rockets into space. She lived a life of learning and helping others. Her story inspires all young people to enjoy science and math. The biographies in this collection introduce students to influential women in science and technology, from astronauts to medical doctors. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extention activity.