STEM Gems Book2017-08-28T11:32:43-04:00

“… if you ask someone to name a woman scientist, the first and only name they’ll offer is Marie Curie. It’s one of the biggest obstacles to better representation of women in science and technology, and it’s time to cut it out… Who else?

Source: Wired, We need to stop ignoring women scientists

STEM Gems Book

$29.95

STEM Gems: How 44 Women Shine in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, and How You Can Too!

A vibrant, full-color 8.5″ x 8.5″ square book (232 pages) by Stephanie Espy with a mission to expose girls and young women to the many and varied options within STEM, to give them female STEM role models, and to help them create their own unique paths. Buy a copy today for the girls in your life, and show them that girls rock in STEM!

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Description

In STEM Gems, you and your daughters, nieces, neighbors, friends or students will discover:

  • The stories of 44 inspiring women in 44 diverse STEM careers and how they made it
  • The challenges these incredible women faced in pursuit of their dreams
  • The tremendous accomplishments these Gems have achieved in their respective STEM fields
  • Advice on how to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers
  • Actionable steps girls and young women can take right now to set themselves up for success
  • What girls and young women can expect in a promising STEM career, and much, much more!

Through the powerful stories of the STEM Gems in this book, girls and young women will have their pick of current role models of all ages, ethnicities and job types. And through the eight chapters that outline actionable steps, girls and young women will learn what they can do right now, today, to set themselves up for success and to create their own unique paths.

The STEM Gems book is relatable, encouraging and inspiring, demonstrating the limitless possibilities for the next generation of women.

The Science section – represented by the amethyst gem – features inspiring STEMGems in 12 diverse fields:

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The Technology section – represented by the ruby gem – features inspiring STEM Gems in 10 diverse fields:

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The Engineering section – represented by the sapphire gem – features inspiring STEM Gems in 10 diverse fields:

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The Mathematics section – represented by the emerald gem – features inspiring STEM Gems in 12 diverse fields:

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Join the STEM Gems Movement and help create a better future with more possibilities for OUR girls!

Shipping

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  • Priority shipping averages 2 to 3 days depending on your location. There are no second day or overnight options available.
  • STEM Gems is not responsible for delays on the part of the U.S. Postal Service.
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Bulk Orders

To place a bulk order of 30 copies or more, please email info@STEMGemsBook.com.

Additional information

Weight 2 lbs
Dimensions 8 × 8 × .5 in

“Underrepresented minority students comprise 20% of those taking AP computer science exams, and female students make up 27%. Representation is scarcer in higher education, with 83% of computer science majors at the university level men.”

Source: USA Today, AP computer science exam takers double; here’s why