The Inside Guide: STEM Superwomen
The Inside Guide: STEM Superwomen
Reading Level: 4-5
Interest Level: 4-8
Not all heroes wear capes—sometimes they wear lab coats! The women presented in this collection of insightful biographies are considered some of the STEM world's biggest superheroes. They were fearless in their pursuit of knowledge, and their stories are sure to inspire the next generation of women in STEM. Featuring biographical text, a helpful timeline, and contemporary and historical photographs, each volume gives readers a deeper understanding of the many ways STEM can be applied beyond the classroom, as well as a deeper appreciation for the women who have pushed scientific and mathematical fields forward for centuries.
Each Book Contains:
• Fact boxes and sidebars that enhance the main text by providing additional information on essential STEM and historical concepts related to the subject of each volume
• Critical-thinking questions that invite readers to examine the challenges faced by women in STEM throughout history
• A unique approach to STEM that adds a human-interest element to the development of different disciplines, allowing readers to connect with these topics in a more personal and engaging way
Curriculum Connections:
• Subjects cover a wide range of STEM fields, including mathematics, physics, zoology, chemistry, and environmental science
• The biographical text allows readers to see how different STEM skills and areas of interest can be turned into careers
• Readers are encouraged to make connections between history and STEM, which helps foster cross-curricular learning