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Book Synopsis: The career book series you wish you had as a kid. Introduce kids ages 8 to 12 to a real woman in a ridiculously fun STEM career that could change their future while inspiring curiosity and confidence in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
Part true-story biography, part STEM activity book, AMANDA, TOY ENGINEER celebrates the story of Amanda, a real woman in engineering who gets to play with toys every day—it’s her job! Amanda believes you can make the impossible possible one step at a time.
AMANDA, TOY ENGINEER includes:
- FEMALE ROLE MODEL: In short chapters and a fun narrative, young readers learn how Amanda grew from a curious kid into a confident mechanical engineer.
- FUN FACTS: Readers are introduced to engineering basics and how problem solving, creativity, and design come together to make the impossible possible.
- STEAM ACTIVITIES: Kids complete hands-on STEAM activities like how to engineer their very own toy idea which flexes their innovation and inventor muscles.
Why do female career role models in STEM matter? Women make up just 27% of the STEM workforce while less than 15% of engineers are women. STEM careers have higher salaries and higher rates of employment while tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues, which are currently lacking a female perspective.
Welcome all kids into the world of STEM with The Look Up Series. Celebrate female role models by sharing extraordinary women’s stories and career paths with a side of some serious girl power. These real-life stories feature not famous women, but real women who can become your kid’s childhood heroes. Let’s get to work with The Look Up Series!
“Amanda, Toy Engineer is an informative, fun, and friendly insider’s look at what goes into toy design…. ” - Publisher’s Weekly
Collect all five books in The Look Up Series, winner of the Best Nonfiction Book Series from the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards and written by award-winning American Girl author Aubre Andrus:
- Amanda, Toy Engineer
- Zi, Video Game Developer
- Dr. Maya, Ice Cream Scientist
- Angella, Beauty Chemist
- Tracey, Theme Park Designer
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Introducing Amanda, Toy Engineer: Real Women in STEAM, the book series that every kid needs! This captivating book is not just a biography, but an interactive STEM activity book that will inspire young readers aged 8 to 12 like never before. Amanda, a real woman in engineering, will take children on a journey to discover the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, igniting their curiosity and boosting their confidence. Get ready for an adventure that could change their future!
Why settle for less when your child can learn from a female role model in STEM? It's a fact that women are vastly underrepresented in STEM careers. By introducing your child to Amanda's story, they will witness how she transformed from a curious kid into a confident mechanical engineer and how she uses problem solving, creativity, and design to achieve the impossible. It's the perfect opportunity to empower the next generation of successful women in STEM!
But wait, there's more! Amanda, Toy Engineer offers more than just an engaging story. Packed with fun facts, readers will gain a solid understanding of engineering basics and how they can make the impossible possible. Plus, with hands-on STEAM activities, your child will have a blast engineering their very own toy idea, unleashing their innovative and inventive muscles.
Don't forget the bigger picture! Female career role models in STEM are of utmost importance. With only 27% of the STEM workforce being women and less than 15% of engineers, it's time to make a change. By sharing the stories of real women in STEM, The Look Up Series aims to inspire and empower the next generation of female leaders. Together, we can tackle the world's pressing issues with fresh perspectives!
Enough waiting, let's dive into the world of STEM with The Look Up Series. Amanda, Toy Engineer is just the beginning, with four more amazing books to collect. From Zi, the Video Game Developer, to Dr. Maya, the Ice Cream Scientist, and more, these real-life stories of remarkable women will captivate your child and become their childhood heroes. Join us on this incredible journey of empowerment and education.
Experience the magic of Amanda, Toy Engineer and the rest of The Look Up Series. Get your hands on these award-winning books that have been recognized by the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. Don't miss out on the opportunity to inspire your child and ignite their passion for STEM. Order your copies now and start building a brighter future together!
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