Inspiring Girls in STEM

Every woman who has chosen engineering has a story to tell. Unfortunately, all too often our next generation is not hearing their tales. Gender-interest stereotypes start to impact girls’ activity choices as early as 6 years old, severely impacting their likelihood of choosing a career in STEM.

What can we do today?

Read a book with your daughter, niece, or neighbor. Take a look at the 2022 list of Best STEM Books K-12 by the National Science Teaching Association. This year NSTA focused in on books that not only show the protagonists’ actions, but how they think and feel – aka “thinking stance”.

Check out if Mary Sherman Morgan, Gaby González or maybe Penny the 4th little pig is just the protagonist your little one will be inspired by

Do you have a beloved book to share?

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