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Book Synopsis: Can one seed make a difference? Women in Botany introduces kids to the field of botany through the questions of a spunky girl whose inquiries guide an engaging, scientifically accurate conversation. Readers will experience the dazzling world of plants and learn about timeless women botanists who have used tiny seeds to do huge things, like create new medicines and feed their communities. The highlighted women hail from all over the world, span from the 16th Century to present day, and include Waheenee, Ynés Mexía, Dr. Janaki Ammal, Elizabeth Coleman White, Loredana Marcello, and Wangari Maathai. Designed to motivate girls to learn more about the field of botany and see how one person's creativity and determination can change the world, this book has been peer reviewed by an extensive team of scientists, science educators, and parents. Concepts covered include botanist, parts of a seed (embryo, endosperm, seed coat), parts of a plant (roots, stem), conditions for plant growth, photosynthesis, species, parts of flowers (anther, stigma, pollen), The Linnaean System, hybrid plants, and photosynthesis. Part of the riveting “Science Wide Open” series, Women in Botany shows young readers how their own big ideas can blossom.
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Introducing Women in Botany (Science Wide Open), the book that brings the fascinating world of botany to life for curious young minds! Join a spunky girl as she explores the incredible field of botany and asks thought-provoking questions that inspire an engaging conversation. This scientifically accurate book takes readers on a captivating journey through the dazzling world of plants, while introducing them to remarkable women botanists who have used their creativity and determination to make a difference.
From creating life-saving medicines to feeding communities, discover how these extraordinary women, including Waheenee, Ynés Mexía, and Dr. Janaki Ammal, have harnessed the power of tiny seeds to achieve monumental things. Spanning across centuries and cultures, this book showcases the inspiring stories of Elizabeth Coleman White, Loredana Marcello, and Wangari Maathai, among others. Their contributions to botany have shaped the world we live in today.
Accurately peer-reviewed by a team of scientists, science educators, and parents, Women in Botany covers key concepts such as the parts of a seed, conditions for plant growth, photosynthesis, species, and the Linnaean System. This comprehensive book will ignite a passion for botany in young girls and motivate them to pursue further knowledge in this fascinating field.
Join the riveting "Science Wide Open" series and empower young minds to embrace their own big ideas. Women in Botany is the perfect tool to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make a difference. Get your copy today and embark on a scientific adventure like no other! Click here to order now.
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