Women in Science

By Jen Green

2018

First Published

4.05

Average Rating

Number of Pages

1H57M

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From Hypatia to Marie Curie, this book shines a spotlight on the inspiring women whose incredible scientific ideas changed the world. Covering women's scientific contributions, pioneers in the field, women in technology, engineers, and mathematical geniuses, DK Reader Women in Science introduces children to the names they need to know. Children can discover Nobel Prize winners such as Gerty Cori, healthcare heroes, and important discoveries in STEM. DK's innovative range of levelled readers combines a highly visual approach with non-fiction narratives that children will love reading. DK Reader Women in Science is a Level 3 reader, perfect for children beginning to read alone or ages 7-9. DK Reader Women in Science features inspiring facts for children about pioneering women in the lab, and a quiz to boost reading comprehension.

Avg Rating

4.05

Number of Ratings

5 STARS

37%

4 STARS

37%

3 STARS

21%

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1 STARS

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Author

Jen Green

Author · 22 books

Dr Jen Green is a writer and editor mainly specializing in geography, history, nature / environment and social issues. She also writes on science, human body, survival, art and artists. She has written over 250 published books, mostly for children aged 5-15 but also for adults. Jen received her doctorate from the University of Sussex in 1982. She worked in publishing for 15 years, as an editor and later editorial manager (1981-1996) and has since worked full-time as a writer and editor. Her book 'Your Feelings: I'm Special' was short-listed for the NASEN Special Needs Award.