# Born Curious: 20 Girls Who Grew Up to Be Awesome Scientists - Hardcover

by **Martha Freeman** (Author), **Katy Wu** (Illustrator)

**"An inspiring look at women who realized curiosity plus tenacity equals success." --_Kirkus Reviews_**  
**" A\] captivating compendium." --_Publishers Weekly_**

**Discover the histories of twenty incredible female scientists in this inspiring biography collection from beloved author Martha Freeman and Google Doodler Katy Wu.**

_Why do galaxies spin the way they do?_  
_What's the best kind of house for a Komodo dragon?_  
_Can you cure malaria with medicine made from a plant?_

The scientists and mathematicians in _Born Curious_ sought answers to these and many other fascinating questions. And it's lucky for us they did. Without their vision, insight, and hard work, the world would be a sicker, dirtier, and more dangerous place.

The twenty groundbreaking women--including Rosalind Franklin, Marie Tharp, Shirley Anne Jackson, and more--came from all kinds of backgrounds and had all kinds of life experiences. Some grew up rich. Some grew up poor. Some were always the smartest kid in class. Some struggled to do well in school. But all had one thing in common: They were born curious. Are you curious, too? Read on.

### Author Biography

Martha Freeman worked as a reporter and teacher before becoming a full-time writer of books for young readers, including the Edgar Award­-nominated _Zap!_, _Born Curious_, The Secret Cookie Club series, _Who Stole Halloween?_, and _Effie Starr Zook Has One More Question_, which _School Library Journal_ called "accessible and exciting" in a starred review. She also collaborated with NASA astronaut Mark Kelly on the Astrotwins books. Martha lives in Colorado. Learn more at MarthaFreeman.com.

Katy Wu has worked in the animated feature film industry as a sketch artist and assistant art director, as well as in the tech industry as a "Doodler" for Google (creating the artwork and short films showcased on Google's landing page), where she created the Google "Doodles" for Nellie Bly and Nelson Mandela. Katy currently works as a freelance art director and designer on various animation projects. She has illustrated many nonfiction books for young readers, including _Dumpling Dreams_ by Carrie Clickard and _Born Curious_ by Martha Freeman. Learn more at KatyCWWU.Tumblr.com.

**Number of Pages:** 128

**Dimensions:** 0.7 x 10.1 x 8.2 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** February 18, 2020

**Accelerated Reader:**

**Quiz Name:** Born Curious: 20 Girls Who Grew Up to Be Awesome Scientists

**Interest Level:** Middle Grades, 4-8

**Reading Level:** 7.2

**Point Value:** 4

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- **Price:** 19.99 USD
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