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Breaking the mold : changing the face of climate science / Dana Alison Levy.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: Books for a better earthPublisher: New York : Holiday House, [2023]Copyright date: ©2023Edition: First editionDescription: 220 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780823449712
  • 0823449718
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Contents:
Cliff Kapono -- Alex Moore -- Anita Marshall -- Rae Spriggs -- Rocío Paola Caballero-Gill -- Lila Leatherman -- Marshall Shepherd -- Daniel Palacios -- Devyani Singh -- Gabriela Serrato Marks -- Chris Schell -- Katharine Hayhoe -- Valerie Small -- Caroline Solomon -- Rupert Koopman -- Kelly Luis -- Non-scientists who are making a difference.
Summary: "Sixteen profiles of scientists who are changing the face of science and the future of Earth through their research"-- Provided by publisher.Summary: "Scientists who collect microbes from surfers' skin, who use radar sensors to gather data miles away, who combat inequality by pushing for cleaner air policies. Each with their own story, all working to make life better for future generations. Celebrated author Dana Alison Levy profiles 16 people, all studying different elements of the earth's landscape, animals, and climate, who defy stereotypes of who can be a scientist. From analytical chemists to volcanologists, from global experts to recent graduates, these scientists share what they were like as young people, how they got where they are now, and what they--and the rest of us--can do to help the planet." -- Amazon.com.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 509.22 L668 Available 33111010968754
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Sixteen scientists. Protecting our planet. Making science more equitable.

An Orbis Pictus Recommended Book
Short Listed for the Green Earth Book Award

Scientists who collect microbes from surfers' skin, who use radar sensors to gather data miles away, who combat inequality by pushing for cleaner air policies. Each with their own story, all working to make life better for future generations.

Celebrated author Dana Alison Levy profiles 16 people, all studying different elements of the earth's landscape, animals, and climate, who defy stereotypes of who can be a scientist. From analytical chemists to volcanologists, from global experts to recent graduates, these scientists share what they were like as young people, how they got where they are now, and what they-and the rest of us-can do to help the planet.

Based on extensive interviews and featuring infographics and personal photos, Breaking the Mold offers a snapshot of the people and organizations fighting to make science more equitable. Back matter includes advice for readers interested in science careers, DIY projects, paths to community involvement, and more.

Books for a Better Earth are designed to inspire children to become active, knowledgeable participants in caring for the planet they live on.

A Chicago Public Library 'Best of the Best' Book
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

Includes bibliographical references (page 206-214) and index.

Cliff Kapono -- Alex Moore -- Anita Marshall -- Rae Spriggs -- Rocío Paola Caballero-Gill -- Lila Leatherman -- Marshall Shepherd -- Daniel Palacios -- Devyani Singh -- Gabriela Serrato Marks -- Chris Schell -- Katharine Hayhoe -- Valerie Small -- Caroline Solomon -- Rupert Koopman -- Kelly Luis -- Non-scientists who are making a difference.

"Sixteen profiles of scientists who are changing the face of science and the future of Earth through their research"-- Provided by publisher.

"Scientists who collect microbes from surfers' skin, who use radar sensors to gather data miles away, who combat inequality by pushing for cleaner air policies. Each with their own story, all working to make life better for future generations. Celebrated author Dana Alison Levy profiles 16 people, all studying different elements of the earth's landscape, animals, and climate, who defy stereotypes of who can be a scientist. From analytical chemists to volcanologists, from global experts to recent graduates, these scientists share what they were like as young people, how they got where they are now, and what they--and the rest of us--can do to help the planet." -- Amazon.com.

Ages 8-12 Holiday House.

Grades 4-6 Holiday House.

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