{"product_id":"breaking-the-mold-changing-the-face-of-climate-science-paperback","title":"Breaking the Mold: Changing the Face of Climate Science - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDana Alison Levy\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSixteen scientists. Protecting our planet. Making science more equitable. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn Orbis Pictus Recommended Book\u003cbr\u003eA Green Earth Book Award Honor\u003cbr\u003eA Blueberry Award Honor \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eScientists who collect microbes from surfers' skin, who use radar sensors to gather data miles away, who combat inequality by pushing for cleaner air policies. Each with their own story, all working to make life better for future generations. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCelebrated author Dana Alison Levy profiles 16 people, all studying different elements of the earth's landscape, animals, and climate, who defy stereotypes of who can be a scientist. From analytical chemists to volcanologists, from global experts to recent graduates, these scientists share what they were like as young people, how they got where they are now, and what they--and the rest of us--can do to help the planet. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBased on extensive interviews and featuring infographics and personal photos, \u003ci\u003eBreaking the Mold\u003c\/i\u003e offers a snapshot of the people and organizations fighting to make science more equitable. Back matter includes advice for readers interested in science careers, DIY projects, paths to community involvement, and more. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBooks for a Better Earth are designed to inspire children to become active, knowledgeable participants in caring for the planet they live on. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Chicago Public Library 'Best of the Best' Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA School Library Journal Best Book of the Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDana Alison Levy writes novels and nonfiction for kids and teenagers. Her books for elementary age readers, such as the \u003ci\u003eFamily Fletcher \u003c\/i\u003enovels and \u003ci\u003eIt Wasn't Me, \u003c\/i\u003e received accolades from the American Library Association, Bank Street College of Education, The \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, NPR, and others. Her books for teens include \u003ci\u003eAbove All Else\u003c\/i\u003e, which was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection and a Bank Street Best Book, and the nonfiction anthology \u003ci\u003eAllies: Real Talk About Showing Up, Screwing Up, and Trying Again\u003c\/i\u003e, which she co-edited with Shakirah Bourne. Dana loves visiting schools and libraries, talking books and writing with audiences from twenty to two thousand. She was last seen romping with her family in New England. If you want more information, or need to report her for excessive romping, go to www.danaalisonlevy.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 17, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51752493252896,"sku":"9780823458851","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/4ca83da60f7ef63e3755fab62bb7757d.webp?v=1779997204","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/breaking-the-mold-changing-the-face-of-climate-science-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}