Author Mary Wissinger was born in Wisconsin where she spent most of her childhood singing, reading, and daydreaming. She dove into storytelling through acting, singing, and writing (and writing and writing!). A former teacher, she can now be found at her standing desk in St. Louis, MO, writing stories that inspire curiosity about the world and connection with others. She is the author of the entire Science Wide Open Series: Women in Biology, Women in Chemistry, and Women in Physics. To learn more about Mary, you can check out her website, MaryWissinger.com.

 

Danielle Pioli is an artist and illustrator from Brazil whose mission is to inspire others to create. The idea of creating a whole universe from her mind to paper is what made her fall in love with art and storytelling. As a child, she was drawn to magic—what she calls Quantum Physics now. She creates art, illustrations, comics, zines, poems, songs, and hypnotherapy sessions. She is the illustrator of the entire Science Wide Open Series. For more information on Danielle’s work, you can visit her website at DaniellePioli.com.

"The language is clear and the context works —the information is coherently presented and, most important, engaging. The lovely illustrations and concise text are a big part of why this book is so appealing. If you’re looking for Spanish language books related to science topics, this is a wonderful choice!"

 

—Spanish Playground

 

 

"A curious, bespectacled protagonist explores the world around her through the study of living things and the discoveries of women scientists who helped lay the foundations of biology as we know it today. Pioli’s illustrations give these women of science a Disney-princess vibe for broad appeal while vibrant colors bring anatomy and cell structures to life. A welcome primer on biological science in which the contributions of women take center stage."

 

—Kirkus Reviews

 

 

"This fun story of biology is a perfect place for young scientists to start their own journeys of discovery and wonder."
 

—Tonja Drecker, Bookworm for Kids

 

 

"With lively illustrations and fundamental biology concepts, this clever book piques kids' curiosity and inspires them to learn more about science."

 

—Katrina L. Kelner, former editor, Science Magazine

 

 

"Exceptionally written, vividly illustrated, and clearly narrated. This book is sure to captivate young minds and inspire them to dream big."

 

—Eva Woods Peiró, Ph.D., Hispanic and Women's Studies, Vassar College

 

 

"Each page is gloriously illustrated, the effect of which makes the written content all the more accessible and memorable."

 

—Tillywig Toy and Game Awards

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Download Teacher's Guide in English here.