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Articles by Stasia Burrington
Miami-Dade Public Library System
February Every year Black History Month celebrations in February commemorate the accomplishments and struggles of African Americans. Recent events demonstrate that our country continues its long journey as it comes to terms with existing inequities and issues of race. This month’s Staff Picks highlight books that give children hope that a world of equality and empathy is still within their reach.
Nine books that inspire young girls to explore the STEM world
Komal Singh’s goal is to see more young girls get involved in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (a.k.a STEM). Research shows that only 15 to 20 percent of women are in the tech workforce, and girls start doubting their STEM intelligence as young as six years old. She’s hoping to fix those stats through an empowering new children’s story, a first-of-its-kind picture book featuring real-life engineering trailblazers who are women.
Books transport young readers from Earth to the stars
Learning about the Earth and space are weighty subjects for little ones. But here are some great books to give young readers a launching pad to explore more. by Roda Ahmed and illustrated by Stasia Burrington When Mae Jemison became the first African American to travel to space in 1992, she also became a hero for a generation of girls looking to reach the stars.
Mae Among the Stars
Roda Ahmed (Author) Stasia Burrington (Illustrator) FORMAT Hardcover$18.99$17.66(English) Buy new or used from an indie through our partner Biblio: Price Condition Seller Description A beautiful picture book for sharing and marking special occasions such as graduation, inspired by the life of the first African American woman to travel in space, Mae Jemison.
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