Chien-Shiung Wu: Nuclear Physicist
From the Series Women in Science
Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Chien-Shiung Wu, learn how the Chinese nuclear physicist chose to pursue a career in science and made breakthrough discoveries in nuclear fission and the scientific understanding of atoms. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
| Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
|---|---|
| Reading Level | Grade 8 |
| Copyright | 2018 |
| BISACS | JNF007090, JNF007120, JNF061010 |
| Genre | Nonfiction |
| Publisher | Abdo Publishing |
| Imprint | Essential Library |
| Series | Women in Science |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 112 |
| Lexile | 1140 |
| ISBN | 9781532110467 |
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| Title Format | Reinforced book |
| Release Date | 2017-09-01 |
| Author | Nel Yomtov |
| Features | Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Reviewed, Table of contents, Timeline of key events |
| Dewey | 530.92 |
| Graphics | Full-color photographs |
| Dimensions | 6.25 x 9.25 |
Women in Science – Library Media Connection
Each highly readable and visually appealing volume begins with a defining moment in the person’s career. What follows is an overview of the person’s life and the contributions she made to her field. The books are replete with numerous color photographs and sidebars. Recommended.
Women in Science – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The texts all call particular attention to obstacles faced by professional women in the not so distant past. Much effort is given to explaining each woman’s contribution to her field and elucidating the often complex science involved. . . . Nearly every page includes some visual element, whether a diagram, photograph, or topical focus. Sidebars offer historical context. . . . First-rate research materials and engaging and informative stories for tweens and young teens.