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Highly recommended, especially where current biographies, particularly of those involved in STEM careers, are needed and requested; strong supplemental reading for science classes, too.
Six (three women and three men) contemporary scientists, engineers,
and inventors are featured in this set that capitalizes on the
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics objective of
today's curriculums. Superficial overviews touch on childhood,
education, and the subjects' breakthrough accomplishments. A
colorful, easy-to-read format features photos and "tech talk"
sidebars with quotes from the "trailblazers" themselves. Reading
list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following
STEM Trailblazer Bios titles: GoPro Inventor Nick Woodman,
SpaceX and Tesla Motors Engineer Elon Musk, Theoretical
Physicist Brian Greene, Aerospace Engineer Aprille
Ericsson, Computer Engineer Ruchi Sanghvi, and
Genetics Expert Joanna L. Kelley.
This is a delightful title and carries an important message for children about "letting their sparkle out" and appreciating what makes each of us unique.
Gr 6 Up—Hamilton, a professional surfer who lost her arm after a shark attack but who returned to the sport to win a National title only a month later, is back with a new book about how to be fit, fun, and fabulous by eating healthy, exercising, and finding your inner self...