The Story of Marie Curie: A Biography Book for New Readers

by Susan B. Katz

Overview

Discover the life of Marie Curie―a story for kids 6 to 9 about discovering big things through hard work

Marie Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie was an intelligent girl who studied hard to reach the top of her class. She overcame many challenges, including people who told her she couldn’t be a scientist because she was a woman. She didn’t let anything stop her, and her important research is still helping people today. Explore how Marie Curie went from being a young girl growing up in Poland to a famous, Nobel Prize-winning scientist.

The Story of Marie Curie includes:

• Helpful glossary―Find easy-to-understand definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book.
• Lasting change―See how Marie Curie made the world a better place for future generations.
• Test your knowledge―Take a fun quiz about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Marie’s life.

How will Marie’s determination and curiosity inspire you?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781647391126
Publisher:	Callisto Media
Publication date:	08/18/2020
Series:	The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
Pages:	68
Sales rank:	227,564
Product dimensions:	5.70(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	870L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

About the Author

Susan B. Katz, NBCT, is an award-winning, bestselling, Spanish bilingual author and illustrator, with more than a dozen published titles. You can find out more about Susan’s books and virtual visits on her website, SusanKatzBooks.com, or on Instagram @susanbkatzauthor.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 A Nobel Prize Winner Is Born 1

Chapter 2 The Early Years 8

Chapter 3 Traveling and Learning 15

Chapter 4 Paris, at Last 22

Chapter 5 A World of Elements 29

Chapter 6 The Famous Curies 36

Chapter 7 A Genius at Work 43

Chapter 8 So … Who Was Marie Curie? 50

Glossary 56

Bibliography 60