{"product_id":"she-can-stem-50-trailblazing-women-in-science-from-ancient-history-to-today-includes-hands-on-activities-exploring-science-techn-9780760386064","title":"She Can Stem: 50 Trailblazing Women in Science from Ancient History to Today - Includes Hands-On Activities Exploring Science, Techn","description":"\u003cb\u003eInspire young scientists with the biographies of 50 fascinating women in science past and present, each paired with a hands-on experiment that brings the history and principles of science to life.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWomen have been involved in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) for thousands of years. While many have faced obstacles because of their gender, things are changing for the better, and today there are more women than ever working in these disciplines. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBy examining the moments that inspired successful women to pursue STEM fields, delving into their adventures and struggles, and exploring their interests outside of science and engineering, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eShe Can STEM\u003c\/i\u003e gives kids a rare glimpse into the fascinating personalities behind the lab coats.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJust a few of the many curious, creative, and persevering women introduced: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePhysicist Dr. Nadya Mason\u003c\/b\u003e - Dr. Mason studies how electrons move through materials like carbon and graphene. She ran track in high school and was a gymnast on the United States National Team.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEcologist Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer\u003c\/b\u003e - When she was a young girl, Dr. Kimmerer loved to pick wild strawberries and nature helped her reconnect with her Potawatomi heritage. Eventually, her love of the outdoors led to a successful career as a plant ecologist and author.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePhysicist Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein\u003c\/b\u003e - As a kid, Dr. Prescod-Weinstein dreamed of becoming a professional baseball player. She attended a performing arts school where she trained as a dancer before going on to study astronomy and theoretical physics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChemist Dr. Raychelle Burks\u003c\/b\u003e - Dr. Burks has loved Agatha Christie mysteries and Star Trek since she was young. 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After working in molecular biology research for 10 years and earning her master's degree, she left the lab to kick off a new chapter in her life as a stay-at-home mom. Soon, she found herself sharing her love of science with her three kids as they grew, chronicling their science adventures on her KitchenPantryScientist website. Her desire to share her enthusiasm for science led to regular television appearances, an opportunity to serve as an Earth Ambassador for NASA, and the creation of an iPhone app. Her goal is to make it simple for parents to do science with kids of all ages, and for kids to experiment safely on their own. Liz graduated from Luther College and received her master's degree in bacteriology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. 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