Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett: The Virologist Who Changed the World (Queens of Steam #1)

Mari Bolte

$4.99

Publication Date: October 10th, 2023

Publisher:

Paw Prints Reader

ISBN:

9781223187518

Pages:

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Description

The Queens of STEAM series explores the life and work of women who've made a big impact in a specific area of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). In this edition, newly independent readers meet Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, a key virologist involved with the creation of the Covid-19 Moderna vaccine. All hail, Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett

Each title in the Queens of STEAM ends with a glossary and activities for aspiring STEAMERS.

About the Author

Mari Bolte graduated with a major in creative writing and a minor in anthropology from Minnesota State University, Mankato, in 2002. She jumped right into the publishing world, landing an internship and later a full-time job with Capstone Publishing. She has authored dozen of books for newly independent readers on STEAM, famous events, adorable animals, historical and pop culture figures, and more. She lives in Minnesota with her family.