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Black women in science : a black history book for kids Cover Image Book

Black women in science : a black history book for kids / Kimberly Brown Pellum, PhD ; foreword by Dr. Rosetta A. Conner ; illustrations by Keisha Morris.

Pellum, Kimberly Brown, (author.). Conner, Rosetta A., (writer of foreword.). Morris, Keisha, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Throughout history, black women have blazed trails across the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Black Women in Science brings something special to black history books for kids, celebrating incredible black women in STEM who have used their brains, bravery, and ambition to beat the odds. Black Women in Science stands out amongst other black history books for kids--featuring 15 powerful stories of fearless female scientists that advanced their STEM fields and fought to build a legacy. Through the triumphs of these amazing women, you'll find remarkable role models."--Provided by publisher

Record details

  • ISBN: 9798886086560
  • ISBN: 9781641527071
  • ISBN: 1641527072
  • Physical Description: xiii, 122 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
  • Publisher: Emeryville, California : Rockridge Press, [2019]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 120-122).
Formatted Contents Note:
Rebecca Lee Crumpler -- Annie Turnbo Malone -- Bessie Coleman -- Flemmie Pansy Kittrell -- Mamie Phipps Clark -- Katherine Johnson -- June Cooke Wright -- Margret Strickland Collins -- Gladys West -- Annie J. Easley -- Patricia Bath -- Alexa Irene Canady -- Mae Carol Jemison -- Renee Gordon -- Gina Presley.
Target Audience Note:
1070L Lexile

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African American women scientists > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Women scientists > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Scientists > Biography > Juvenile literature.
African American women > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Women > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Women.
Womyn.
Genre:
Biographies.
Illustrated works.

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