Black Women in Science

A Black History Book for Kids

Kimberly Pellum

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Callisto Kids
08 October 2019

People & places (Children's&YA); Science & technology: general interest (Children's&YA)

Series: Biographies for Kids

Learn about amazing Black women in STEM-15 fascinating science biographies for kids 9 to 12 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. Discover 15 science stories for kids that explore the lives of bold female scientists. Learn how each of them advanced their STEM fields and fought to build a legacy. Through the triumphs of these amazing women, you'll find remarkable role models. Above and beyond-Soar into the sky and outer space with Mae Jemison, Annie Easley, and Bessie Coleman. Part of the solution-Discover the power of mathematics with Katherine Johnson and Gladys West. The doctor is in-Explore a life of healing with Mamie Phipps Clark, Jane Cooke Wright, and many more. Find the inspiration to blaze your own trail with this incredible children's book about Black history!

By: Kimberly Pellum
Imprint: Callisto Kids
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 365g
ISBN: 9781641527071
ISBN 10: 1641527072
Series: Biographies for Kids
Pages: 138
Publication Date: 08 October 2019
Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

KIMBERLY BROWN PELLUM, PhD, specializes in the history of women’s images, southern culture and the Black Freedom Struggle. Her contributions include work at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History, The Rosa Parks Museum, and more.

Reviews for Black Women in Science: A Black History Book for Kids

Wow! I wish I had Kimberly Brown Pellum's new book, Black Women in Science: A Black History Book for Kids, when I was growing up. This is a fabulous book with many facts told in a straight forward manner that keeps the reader interested in the narratives. I like this very much and will recommend it to my friends and children. --Dr. Molefi Kete Asante, professor and chair of the Department of African American Studies at Temple University and author of African American People: A Global History