For International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11th, we are sharing books about women who have influenced and contributed to the STEM fields, that we hope will inspire students to explore scientific learning.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
By Coll Rowe | February 7 2025 | Science & Technology
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TRUE STORIES OF DETERMINATION AND DISCOVERY
$8.99 US
Apr 29, 2025
Paperback
68 Pages
DK Children
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Science & Technology
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Science & Technology > Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries > Notable Scientists & Inventors
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Science & Technology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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How Ruth Patrick Taught the World about Water Pollution
9780593620229
An entertaining and gorgeous picture book biography of scientist and environmental hero Ruth Patrick, one of the first to warn about the dangers of pollution.
$19.99 US
Mar 25, 2025
Hardcover
48 Pages
Rocky Pond Books
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Science & Technology
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Science & Technology > Earth & Space > Bodies of Water
- Science & Technology > Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries > Notable Scientists & Inventors
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Science & Technology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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The Iridescent Life of Florence Merriam Bailey
9780593488584
From the author of Shark Lady comes the true story of Florence Merriam Bailey, the groundbreaking scientist who inspired a nation to take up bird-watching and worked tirelessly to protect our feathered friends.
$19.99 US
Mar 18, 2025
Hardcover
40 Pages
Knopf Books for Young Readers
How Mathematician Edith Clarke Helped Electrify America
9781662680069
Hidden Figures meets Rosie Revere, Engineer in this STEM/STEAM picture book about Edith Clarke, the innovator who solved an electrical mystery and built the first graphing calculator—from paper!
$18.99 US
Mar 14, 2023
Hardcover
40 Pages
Calkins Creek
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Science & Technology
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Science & Technology > Physical Science > Light, Energy, Motion
- Science & Technology > Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries > Notable Scientists & Inventors
- Science & Technology > Technology > Electricity & Electronics
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Science & Technology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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The Woman Who Loved Reptiles
9780593568859
A fascinating picture book biography of a pioneering female scientist who loved reptiles!
$8.99 US
Feb 21, 2023
Paperback
40 Pages
Dragonfly Books
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Favorite Authors and Series > Favorite Series & Collections > Dragonfly
- Science & Technology > Life & Living Things > Animals > Reptiles and Amphibians
- Science & Technology > Life & Living Things > Animals > Zoology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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9780593523582
Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and globally renowned shark scientist Melissa Cristina Márquez teams up with award-winning illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz to create an informative, powerful picture book. With lyrical writing and gorgeous art, this moving story explores Melissa’s personal journey from inquisitive ocean-loving child in Puerto Rico to becoming the Mother of Sharks.
$19.99 US
May 30, 2023
Hardcover
48 Pages
Penguin Workshop
9780744027624
Explore the incredible life and career of Nobel prize-winning scientist Marie Curie in this children’s biography.
$6.99 US
Mar 15, 2022
Paperback
128 Pages
DK Children
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Science & Technology
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Favorite Authors and Series > Favorite Series & Collections > DK Life Stories
- Science & Technology > Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries > Notable Scientists & Inventors
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Science & Technology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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My Story of Math, the Moon, and a Lifelong Mission
9781426371936
$17.99 US
Jan 05, 2021
Hardcover
48 Pages
National Geographic Kids
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Science & Technology
- English Language Arts > Nonfiction > Autobiography / Biography > Women
- Science & Technology > Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries > Notable Scientists & Inventors
- Social Studies & History > Communities, Family, and Me > Social Topics > Prejudice & Racism
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Science & Technology
- Social Studies & History > Influential People > Women
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