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Emmy Noether

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In this engaging and inspiring biography, a groundbreaking but relatively unknown woman finally gets her due as one of the most influential mathematicians of the twentieth century.#Emmy Noether is not pretty, quiet, good at housework or eager to marry – all the things a German girl is expected to be in her time. What she is, though, is a genius at math. When she grows up, she finds a way to first study math at a university (by sitting in, not actually enrolling) and then to teach it (by doing so for free). She also manages to do her own research into some of the most pressing math and physics problems of the day. And though she doesn’t get much credit during her lifetime, her discoveries continue to influence how we understand the world today.#Bestselling and award-winning Helaine Becker has crafted an engaging look at the life of Emmy Noether, a contemporary of Einstein’s and one of the most influential, though little known, mathematicians of the twentieth century. Despite the obstacles she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and as a Jew who had to flee the Nazis, Emmy still accomplished a great deal. Artwork by Kari Rust uses touches of humor for emphasis and a golden glowing effect around Emmy to visually express her brilliance and ideas. Back matter includes a biographical note, explanations of complex mathematical concepts and suggestions for further reading. There are curriculum links to physics and mathematics – subjects portrayed here as fascinating and exciting – and poignant real-life character education lessons on courage and perseverance.

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In this engaging and inspiring biography, a groundbreaking but relatively unknown woman finally gets her due as one of the most influential mathematicians of the twentieth century.#Emmy Noether is not pretty, quiet, good at housework or eager to marry – all the things a German girl is expected to be in her time. What she is, though, is a genius at math. When she grows up, she finds a way to first study math at a university (by sitting in, not actually enrolling) and then to teach it (by doing so for free). She also manages to do her own research into some of the most pressing math and physics problems of the day. And though she doesn’t get much credit during her lifetime, her discoveries continue to influence how we understand the world today.#Bestselling and award-winning Helaine Becker has crafted an engaging look at the life of Emmy Noether, a contemporary of Einstein’s and one of the most influential, though little known, mathematicians of the twentieth century. Despite the obstacles she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and as a Jew who had to flee the Nazis, Emmy still accomplished a great deal. Artwork by Kari Rust uses touches of humor for emphasis and a golden glowing effect around Emmy to visually express her brilliance and ideas. Back matter includes a biographical note, explanations of complex mathematical concepts and suggestions for further reading. There are curriculum links to physics and mathematics – subjects portrayed here as fascinating and exciting – and poignant real-life character education lessons on courage and perseverance.

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Hardcover, eBook

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Reading Levels

    lexile level
  • 850

  • guided reading
  • S

  • guided reading grade level
  • 4

AWARDS & REVIEWS

Reviews

"A vivid biographical depiction of history, math, science, and the importance of women in STEM."

Kirkus Reviews, 28/07/2020

"A worthy addition to the growing collection of STEM-related picture book biographies of pioneering women."

School Library Journal, 10/08/2020

"... a great addition to the growing canon of titles spotlighting unsung female mathematicians."

CM Magazine, 30/10/2020

"This book doesn’t disappoint."

Elizabeth Bird for School Library Journal, 23/12/2020

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Association of Jewish Libraries, 06/02/2021

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Jewish Book Council, 24/03/2021

Awards

  • 2021 - Best Children’s Books List, Bank Street College, Winner

  • 2021 - Crystal Kite Award, Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators SCBWI, Finalist

  • 2021 - Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens List, Capitol Choices, Winner

  • 2021 - Vine Awards YA/Children's, Koffler Centre of the Arts, Short-Listed

  • 2020 - Children`s Book Award, Science Writers and Communicators of Canada, Short-Listed

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