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Women in STEM - Marie Curie, Mary Seacole, Muthulakshmi Reddy, and Wang Zhenyi Biographies in Rhyme - The perfect snugg...

by Ramya Julian

Book Details

Publisher:Read Books Ltd
Published:2021-06-28
Pages:117
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1528760085

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

An engaging biography of Madame Curie’s life written for younger readers, The Radium Woman by Eleanor Doorly chronicles the life and work of one of science’s brilliant women. Detailing all aspects of her years, from early childhood to winning a Nobel prize, this charming edition for children brings the story of Madame Curie vividly to life. Adapted from the 1937 biography written by Marie Curie’s daughter Ève, this classic children’s edition begins with a five-year-old Manya Sklodovski (Marie Cu

Our Review

This engaging biography brings the remarkable journey of pioneering scientist Marie Curie to life for young readers, chronicling her path from a curious five-year-old named Manya to her groundbreaking Nobel Prize-winning discoveries in radioactivity. Adapted from the biography written by Curie's own daughter, this children's edition vividly portrays both the personal challenges and scientific triumphs that defined her extraordinary career, making complex concepts accessible while maintaining historical accuracy. The narrative captures her relentless curiosity and determination through vivid scenes that will resonate with middle grade readers, from her early struggles for education to her revolutionary work with radium.

What sets this science biography apart is its intimate perspective, drawing directly from family accounts to create a multidimensional portrait that balances Curie's scientific brilliance with her humanity as a mother and trailblazer. Young readers interested in STEM fields will find inspiration in her perseverance against societal barriers, while the accessible storytelling ensures even those new to scientific biographies will be captivated by her journey. This compelling account of one of history's most influential women in science not only educates but ignites curiosity about the natural world and the power of dedicated inquiry.

Themes

Young Adult Nonfiction

Subjects

Young Adult Nonfiction