Women in Science

Every day, science impacts the way we live, work, and think. The Women in Science series uncovers and celebrates the groundbreaking discoveries and incredible innovations of some of the most influential female scientists of our time. Engaging text reveals the inspiring story behind each award-winning scientist and her pivotal contributions. Fun facts, a timeline, and a simple science activity give students a chance to dig deeper into the scientific field that captivated the imagination of each woman. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Chien-Shiung Wu: Nuclear Physicist

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Chien-Shiung Wu, learn how the Chinese nuclear physicist…

Grace Hopper: Computer Scientist

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Grace Hopper, learn how the American computer scientist chose

Jane Goodall: Primatologist and Conservationist

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Jane Goodall, learn how the British primatologist chose to…

Mae Carol Jemison: Astronaut and Educator

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Mae Carol Jemison, learn how the American astronaut and…

Marie Curie: Chemist and Physicist

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Marie Curie, learn how the Polish chemist and physicist chose

Rosalind Franklin: DNA Discoverer

Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Rosalind Franklin, learn how the British biophysicist and…