TRUE STORIES OF DETERMINATION AND DISCOVERY

This collection of short stories about trailblazing women in STEM features 25 inspiring tales of professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math. Read about how these women solved problems, made incredible breakthroughs, and paved the way for future scientists everywhere.

Create a computer with mathematician Ada Lovelace. Design a robot with engineer Cynthia Breazeal. And help others with Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine.

The latest book in the Rebel Girls Minis series features:
  • Inspirational female role models – an anthology of barrier-breaking women in science and technology, with stories to inspire young readers to greatness in their own lives
  • Insight into real-world careers – accessible introductions to real-world professions that encourage young girls to embrace curiosity, develop problem-solving skills, and explore new interests
  • Diverse fields and women – a wide range of scientific fields, from computer programming to robotics, with women’s stories encompassing a range of time periods, countries, and abilities

Rebel Girls STEM Stars pairs inspiring, easy-to-read text with colorful, full-page portraits created by female and nonbinary artists from around the world. Plus, readers can scan QR codes inside that let you listen to longer stories on the Rebel Girls app!
Rebel Girls is a global, multi-platform entertainment brand, dedicated to inspiring and instilling confidence in a generation of girls around the world. Rebel Girls started from a 2016 international bestselling children's book, featuring real-life, extraordinary women throughout history, geography and field of excellence, focusing on creators, innovators, leaders and champions. Its community of self-identified Rebel Girls spans more than 100 countries, with six million books sold in 51 languages and 13 million podcast downloads. View titles by Rebel Girls
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TRUE STORIES OF DETERMINATION AND DISCOVERY

This collection of short stories about trailblazing women in STEM features 25 inspiring tales of professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math. Read about how these women solved problems, made incredible breakthroughs, and paved the way for future scientists everywhere.

Create a computer with mathematician Ada Lovelace. Design a robot with engineer Cynthia Breazeal. And help others with Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine.

The latest book in the Rebel Girls Minis series features:
  • Inspirational female role models – an anthology of barrier-breaking women in science and technology, with stories to inspire young readers to greatness in their own lives
  • Insight into real-world careers – accessible introductions to real-world professions that encourage young girls to embrace curiosity, develop problem-solving skills, and explore new interests
  • Diverse fields and women – a wide range of scientific fields, from computer programming to robotics, with women’s stories encompassing a range of time periods, countries, and abilities

Rebel Girls STEM Stars pairs inspiring, easy-to-read text with colorful, full-page portraits created by female and nonbinary artists from around the world. Plus, readers can scan QR codes inside that let you listen to longer stories on the Rebel Girls app!

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Rebel Girls is a global, multi-platform entertainment brand, dedicated to inspiring and instilling confidence in a generation of girls around the world. Rebel Girls started from a 2016 international bestselling children's book, featuring real-life, extraordinary women throughout history, geography and field of excellence, focusing on creators, innovators, leaders and champions. Its community of self-identified Rebel Girls spans more than 100 countries, with six million books sold in 51 languages and 13 million podcast downloads. View titles by Rebel Girls

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