Women Who Shaped Science

A fascinating journey through history chronicling 20 remarkable women who were pioneers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).  This beautifully illustrated non-fiction children’s book for ages 8 and older opens with the first perfume maker, Tapputi Belatekallim in Mesopotamia, 1200 BCE, through the present, where Nzambi Matee from Kenya, who while studying physics, invented eco-friendly paving blocks made from recycled plastics, their inspirational stories will inspire the next generation of female STEM innovators.  Further engagement is encouraged with 12 at-home activities and experiments including Make Your Own Fossil, Build a Recycled Toy House, and Measure Something You Can’t See.  References include a glossary and list of periodic elements.  Featuring the Achievements and Scientific Breakthroughs of 20 Amazing Women Throughout History??Tapputi-Belatekallim, First Perfume Maker (Mesopotamia, c. 1200 BCE)Mary Hebraea, Alchemist & Chemist (Alexandria, c. 1st Century) Maria Sibylla Merian, Entomologist (Germany, 1647-1717)Sarah Guppy, Engineers & Inventor (English, 1770-1852)Jeanne Villepreux-Power, Scientist (France, 1794-1871)Mary Anning, Paleontologist (England, 1799-1847)Margaret Knight, Inventor (USA, 1838-1914)Margarete Steiff, Inventor (Germany, 1847-1909)Madam C. J. Walker, Inventor (USA, 1867-1919)Lise Meitner, Physicist (Austria, 1878-1968)Inge Lehmann, Seismologist (Denmark, 1888-1993)Marguerite Perey, Scientist (France, 1909-1975)Bibha Chowdhuri, Astrophysicist (India, 1913-1991)Rosalind Franklin, Chemist & Scientist (England, 1920-1958)Stephanie Kwolek, Chemist & Inventor (USA, 1923-2014)Vera