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Does the weather fascinate you? Are you curious about where storms get their strength? Do you ever think about what the long-term effect of weather patterns will be on the earth? Meteorology: Cool Women Who Weather Storms introduces readers ages 9 to 12 to three women working in meteorology who are making an impact and inspiring future generations of meteorologists.
- Introduces readers to real women who are making strides in the field of meteorology, making career goals feel obtainable.
- Educators have observed that interest in science and math tends to dissipate in girls between the ages 7 to 10 and have cited the value of role models to a female student's continued interest in STEM subjects.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
What Is Meteorology?
Chapter 1
A History of Meteorology
Chapter 2
Kelly Cass
Chapter 3
Bianca Hernandez
Chapter 4
Pamela Heinselman
Timeline
Essential Questions
Glossary
Resources
Index