Shark Lady was one of our obsessions over the summer. Make sure to pop over to her site for loads of useful resources. Shark Lady Book Talk with Kaitlin Rotella from The New York Public Library on Vimeo. Through her accomplishments, she taught the world that sharks were to be admired rather than feared and that women can do anything they set their minds to.Īn inspiring story by critically acclaimed zoologist Jess Keating about finding the strength to discover truths that others aren't daring enough to see. Shark Lady by Jess Keating I recently heard Jess Keating interviewed on a podcast I listen to and she is just as interesting and funny and down to earth as you would imagine reading her books. Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist by Jess Keating and illustrated by Marta lvarez Miguns is a fantastic choice that allows students to research STEM topics and gain essential literacy skills.
After earning several college degrees and making countless discoveries, Eugenie wrote herself into the history of science, earning the nickname Shark Lady. As an author and zoologist, Jess Keating has tickled a shark, lost a staring contest against an octopus, and been a victim to the dreaded paper cut. But Eugenie quickly discovered that many people believed sharks to be ugly and scary-and they didn't think women should be scientists.ĭetermined to prove them wrong, Eugenie devoted her life to learning about sharks. She couldn't imagine anything more exciting than studying these graceful creatures.
Named a Best Children's Book of 2017 by Parents magazineĮugenie Clark fell in love with sharks from the first moment she saw them at the aquarium.
One of the best science picture books for children, Shark Lady is a must for both teachers and parents alike! This is the story of a woman who dared to dive, defy, discover, and inspire. One of New York Times' Twelve Books for Feminist Boys and Girls! As an author and zoologist, Jess Keating has tickled a shark, lost a staring contest against an octopus, and been a victim to the dreaded paper cut.
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