About This Book
Reach for this biography when your child expresses frustration with a difficult task or feels that their gender or background limits their potential. It is a perfect choice for the young student who needs to see that grit and intellectual curiosity can overcome systemic barriers. Vicki Cobb presents Marie Curie not just as a distant historical figure, but as a determined woman who faced poverty, sexism, and health struggles to pursue her passion for science. This chapter book covers Marie's life from her childhood in occupied Poland through her revolutionary work in Paris and her double Nobel Prize wins. It highlights themes of resilience, the joy of discovery, and the importance of staying true to one's goals. Geared toward the middle-grade reader, the narrative is accessible yet sophisticated enough to spark deep conversations about fairness and the human spirit.
