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Shark Lady The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Oceans Most Fearless Scientist (Women in Science Books, Marin...

by Jess Keating

Book Details

Publisher:My First Science Biography
Published:2019-08
Pages:40
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:1492642045

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

This picture book has been written especially for the braille reader. This is the story of Eugenie Clark, a woman whose passion for sea life and whose scientific contributions led to her being nicknamed 'Shark Lady.'

Our Review

This engaging biography introduces young readers to Eugenie Clark, the pioneering marine biologist whose fascination with sharks transformed our understanding of ocean life. Through accessible storytelling, children discover how Clark's childhood curiosity evolved into groundbreaking scientific work, earning her the nickname "Shark Lady" and challenging misconceptions about these magnificent creatures. The narrative beautifully captures her determination and passion for marine biology, making complex scientific concepts approachable for preschool and early elementary audiences. This true story of a woman in science provides both inspiration and education about underwater ecosystems.

What makes this biography particularly valuable is its thoughtful adaptation for braille readers, ensuring accessibility for children with visual impairments while maintaining the rich, descriptive language that brings Clark's underwater world to life. The book serves as both an empowering STEM resource and an inclusive reading experience, celebrating diversity in both its subject matter and its format. Parents seeking inspiring true stories about women scientists will find this portrait of Eugenie Clark's life and work both educational and motivational, sparking curiosity about marine biology and scientific exploration in all young readers.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction