Books like Galileo Galilei: First Physicist (Oxford Portraits in Science)
Award winning
She Persisted: Sally Ride
Chelsea Clinton, Atia Abawi, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Sally Ride's groundbreaking achievements.
Empowers children, especially girls, in science and leadership.
Encourages resilience and pursuing dreams.
Illustrates overcoming obstacles with determination.
She Persisted: Sally Ride
Chelsea Clinton, Atia Abawi, 2021
History VIPs: Charles Darwin
Kay Barnham, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with Charles Darwin's fascinating discoveries.
Illustrates evolution concepts in kid-friendly language.
Encourages curiosity about natural history and science.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
History VIPs: Charles Darwin
Kay Barnham, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
Award winning
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of overcoming barriers.
Enhances interest in math and science.
Promotes resilience and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading family time.
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
Award winning
Who Says Women Can't Be Computer Programmers?: The Story of Ada Lovelace
Tanya Lee Stone, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of the first computer programmer Ada Lovelace.
Encourages interest in STEM, especially for young girls.
Highlights perseverance and creativity in problem-solving.
Engaging narrative that cultivates curiosity and confidence.
Who Says Women Can't Be Computer Programmers?: The Story of Ada Lovelace
Tanya Lee Stone, 2018
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life mathematician Katherine Johnson's story.
Highlights perseverance, intelligence, and problem-solving skills.
Encourages interest in STEM among young readers.
Empowers children through historical achievements and resilience.
A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
Marie and Pierre Curie
Amar Chitra Katha Pvt, MARGIE SASTRY, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Marie and Pierre Curie's discoveries.
Highlights perseverance and teamwork in scientific exploration.
Encourages curiosity and lifelong learning in young readers.
Combines engaging storytelling with historical facts.
Marie and Pierre Curie
Amar Chitra Katha Pvt, MARGIE SASTRY, 2020
Award winning
A Fly on the Ceiling (Step-Into-Reading, Step 4)
Julie Glass, julie-glass, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic math concepts in a fun narrative.
Encourages mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging illustrations complement the educational content.
Ideal for young readers advancing in reading skills.
