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Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett: The Virologist Who Changed the World
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The Queens of STEAM series explores the life and work of women who've made a big impact in a specific area of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). In this edition, newly independent readers meet Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, a key virologist involved with the creation of the Covid-19 Moderna vaccine. All hail, Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett!
Each title in the Queens of STEAM ends with a glossary and activities for aspiring STEAMERS.
Each title in the Queens of STEAM ends with a glossary and activities for aspiring STEAMERS.
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Mari Bolte
Mari Bolte is the author and editor of hundreds of children’s books. Every book is her favorite book as long as the readers learned something and enjoyed themselves!
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