Author Description

Can one girl's questions change the world? Women in Physics follows a conversation between an inquisitive young girl, who wonders why things move the way they do, and a scientifically astute narrator, whose answers are both accurate and approachable to a young mind. In this way, learning the basics of physics becomes a natural outcome of enjoying the story. Designed to motivate girls to learn more about the natural world and see how one person can change the world, this book has been peer reviewed by an extensive team of scientists, science educators, and parents. One reviewer calls the book, "digestible and fun for someone young to read," continuing, "and yet it doesn't hold back any of the history and science it aims to teach. If you want to instill in your daughter a lifelong passion for science, this is a great way to start!" Delve into the minds of inspirational women who've changed the world with their scientific discoveries. Scientists profiled include Emilie du Chatelet, Laura Bassi, Marie Curie, Irene Joliot-Curie, and Chien-Shiung Wu. Concepts covered in this book include: matter, mass, force, gravity, atoms, elements, x-rays, radioactivity, observation, research, hypotheses, experiments, and more. This engaging story of women who have done pioneering work in physics sold more than 3,000 copies in its original Kickstarter run. The third book in the "Science Wide Open" series, Women in Physics is an ideal place for children to start their own journeys of discovery and wonder. Lexile Measure: 780L