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  • The Girl With a Mind for Math: The Story of Raye Montague

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Hardcover (The Innovation Press, Sept. 4, 2018)
    NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book 2019 SelectionNSTA Best STEM Trade Books for Students K-12 2019 Selection2019 Amelia Bloomer List Selection2019 Mathical Honor BookMeet Raye Montague―the hidden mastermind who made waves in the U.S. Navy! After touring a German submarine in the early 1940s, young Raye set her sights on becoming an engineer. Little did she know sexism and racial inequality would challenge that dream every step of the way, even keeping her greatest career accomplishment a secret for decades. Through it all, the gifted mathematician persisted―finally gaining her well-deserved title in history: a pioneer who changed the course of ship design forever. The Girl With a Mind for Math: The Story of Raye Montague is the third book in a riveting educational series about the inspiring lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Montague herself!
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  • The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Hardcover (The Innovation Press, Aug. 29, 2017)
    NSTA Best STEM Books for K-12 SelectionNSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books SelectionDolly Gray Children's Literature Award RecipientA Mighty Girl Book of the Year If you’ve ever felt different, if you’ve ever been low, if you don’t quite fit in, there’s a name you should know… Meet Dr. Temple Grandin―one of the world’s quirkiest science heroes! When young Temple was diagnosed with autism, no one expected her to talk, let alone become one of the most powerful voices in modern science. Yet, the determined visual thinker did just that. Her unique mind allowed her to connect with animals in a special way, helping her invent groundbreaking improvements for farms around the globe! The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin is the first book in a brand new educational series about the inspirational lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you’ll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Temple herself!
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  • The Girl With a Mind For Math: The Story of Raye Montague

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Paperback (The Innovation Press, March 3, 2020)
    Meet Raye Montague―the hidden mastermind who made waves in the U.S. Navy! After touring a German submarine in the early 1940s, young Raye set her sights on becoming an engineer. Little did she know sexism and racial inequality would challenge that dream every step of the way, even keeping her greatest career accomplishment a secret for decades. Through it all, the gifted mathematician persisted―finally gaining her well-deserved title in history: a pioneer who changed the course of ship design forever. The Girl With a Mind for Math: The Story of Raye Montague is the third book in a riveting educational series about the inspiring lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Montague herself!
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  • The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes: The Story of Dr. Patricia Bath

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Hardcover (The Innovation Press, Sept. 26, 2017)
    Chicago Public Library Best of the Best SelectionNSTA Best STEM Books for K-12 SelectionA Mighty Girl Book of the YearIf you like to think big, but some say you're too small, or they say you're too young or too slow or too tall... Meet Dr. Bath―the scientist who never lost sight of her dreams! As a girl coming of age during the Civil Rights Movement, Patricia Bath made it her mission to become a doctor. When obstacles like racism, poverty, and sexism threatened this goal, she persevered―brightening the world with a game-changing treatment for blindness! The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes: The Story of Dr. Patricia Bath is the second book in a brand new educational series about the inspirational lives of amazing scientists! In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Dr. Bath herself!
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  • The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Paperback (The Innovation Press, March 5, 2019)
    NSTA Best STEM Books for K-12 SelectionNSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books SelectionDolly Gray Children's Literature Award RecipientA Mighty Girl Book of the Year If you've ever felt different, if you've ever been low, if you don’t quite fit in, there's a name you should know… Meet Dr. Temple Grandin―one of the world's quirkiest science heroes! When young Temple was diagnosed with autism, no one expected her to talk, let alone become one of the most powerful voices in modern science. Yet, the determined visual thinker did just that. Her unique mind allowed her to connect with animals in a special way, helping her invent groundbreaking improvements for farms around the globe.In hardcover, The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin was the first book in the educational Amazing Scientists series about the inspirational lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Temple herself!
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  • The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars: The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa

    Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley

    Hardcover (The Innovation Press, Sept. 24, 2019)
    If you have a mission, a dream to explore, but no one like you has achieved it before... Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa-a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Though she was told that field of study wasn't for girls, the bright young scientist refused to give up-ultimately becoming a NASA astronaut who shattered barriers and rocketed to success! The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars: The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa is the fourth book in a riveting educational series about the inspiring lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Dr. Ochoa herself!
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  • Light: Shadows, Mirrors, and Rainbows

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Learn about the importance of light in our every day lives. Discover how to make reflections, shadows, and rainbows. This is a great nonfiction read aloud book with places to stop to do activities together. If you are looking for clear, concise science books for kids, this is a perfect start!
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  • Motion: Push and Pull, Fast and Slow

    Darlene Ruth Stille, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Explore the concepts of motion by learning about movement, speed, force, and inertia.
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  • Rocks: Hard, Soft, Smooth, and Rough

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Matthew John

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    The rocks you see everyday can be grouped into different types, like igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic. Some rocks are actually minerals, and you can even find fossils in some types of rocks. Complete with activities and experiments, this nonfiction science book is perfect for introducing children to geology.
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  • Temperature: Heating Up and Cooling Down

    Darlene Ruth Stille, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2004)
    A temperature can be hot or cold, and can be measured by a thermometer. Use Fahrenheit or Celsius to take the temperature of items.
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  • Sound: Loud, Soft, High, and Low

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Matthew John

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Discover the world of sound in this charming nonfiction tale. Young science fans will learn how sound is created through vibrations that vary in pitch and volume and much more! Alongside bright illustrations, award-winning author Natalie M. Rosinsky delivers fun, fact-filled text for an engaging read-aloud or beginning read-alone. Includes hands-on experiments!
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  • Dirt: The Scoop on Soil

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Dig in to the wondrous world of dirt! In this introduction to soil, young science and nature lovers will discover the components of dirt, how it’s made, and how to maintain healthy soil for the environment. Alongside charming illustrations, award-winning author Natalie M. Rosinsky delivers fun, fact-filled text for an engaging read-aloud or beginning read-alone. Includes hands-on experiments!
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