The Scientist Within You : Experiments and Biographies of Distinguished Women in Science (The Scientist Within You , Vol 1) [Paperback]

Rebecca Lowe Warren (Author), Mary H. Thompson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1996 | Series: The Scientist Within You , Vol 1

The first volume in "The Scientist Within You" series (completely revised) views contributions of women scientists, mathematicians, and engineers from an historical perspective. Twenty-three discovery units highlight women scientists from the first century A.D. to the present through biographies and hands-on experiments and activities based on their fields of expertise.

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Research scientist Elma Gonzales studied caster beans to learn how humans fight disease; 18th century entomologist Maria Sibylle Merian arrived in Holland from Surinam "with a crocodile, snakes, 20 jars of butterflies, and an iguana;" and Hypatia's study of conic sections can be demonstrated by cutting up a party hat. Profiles of these and 20 other women scientists from around the world from the first century A.D. to the present, along with experiments that demonstrate science principles relevant to their work, are found in "The Scientist Within You: Experiments and Biographies of Distinguished Women in Science."

Featured scientists reflect varied disciplines and ethnic backgrounds. Subjects include paleontology, geology, astronomy, mathematics, chemistry, medicine, botany, biology, entomology, and atomic physics. An instructor's Guide provides background information on these science fields. Scientists featured are from as far away as Mexico and China, and from American Indian reservations and of African American descent.

Sandwiched between the introduction "Who Are Scientists?" and the chapter "Dinosaur Bones to Crystal Cubes" are 23 discovery units with biographies, experiments, and activities using household items; a pronunciation guide of terms and names;" the order of events; and a bibliography. "My Notes" work sheets and "Scientific Gazette newsletters may be duplicated. This book includes photographs and black and white illustrations. (Science Education News (published by American Association for the Advancement of Science), September/October 1994) -- Science Education News (published by American Association for the Advancement of Science), September/October 1994

The Scientist Within You [Vol. 1] is being used by women and girls who are students in public/private school classrooms, after school programs, summer science camps, homeschool settings, talented and gifted programs, and careers curriculums. Originally designed for grades 3 - 8, it is now being touted at secondary and post secondary levels as a resource for the National Career Development Guidelines. (AWIS (American Women in Science) Magazine, July/August 1994) -- AWIS (American Women in Science) Magazine, July/August 1994

The Scientist Within You, Vol.1, is an instructor's manual with reproducible parts. There are 24 "Discovery" sections, each (except the introductory section) containing a biography of a woman scientist, engineer, or mathematician, instructor's notes, a sketch of the woman scientist at work, a student worksheet, and "The scientific Gazette," a summary and extension sheet for students.

The women include famous (Marie Curie, Barbara McClintock) and lesser known women (Emmy Noether, Winifred Goldring). Different times and cultures are represented, including present-day contributors.

A detailed suggestion for a wrap-up celebration and a "Certificate of Achievement" follow the set of regular sections. There are also ideas for further programs, ways to obtain funding for programs, and descriptions of organizations with goals and literature that supplement this program. -- Science and Children, April 1997

About the Author

Rebecca Lowe Warren is an author and college instructor living in Portland, Oregon. Her science class at Marylhurst College spotlights the contributions of women in science and mathemathics. She is co-author of "The Scientist Within You", Volume 2, and of "Celebrate the Wonder: A Family Christmas Treasury".

Mary H. Thompson is a publisher, teacher, and journalist. An advocate for excellence in education, she conducts workshops and developes science programs designed to keep girls interested in math and science. She is co-author of "The Scientist Within You", Volume 2, and the author of "The Mother And Daughter Science Club."

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Aci Pub; 2 edition (February 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1884414168
• ISBN-13: 978-1884414169
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,930,286 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)