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This biography of Marie Curie follows her journey from her childhood in Poland through her groundbreaking scientific career in France. The book details her education, her discovery of radium and polonium, and the hardships she faced as a woman in science. It explores both her personal life and professional achievements, including her two Nobel Prizes.
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This biography reveals how a Polish girl who wasn't allowed to attend college secretly learned French, sneaked into university, and went on to discover a mysterious glowing element that would change medicine forever. Kids will love seeing Marie work in a leaky shed, fight gender discrimination, and win not just one but two Nobel Prizes while raising a daughter who also became a Nobel winner. If your kid likes inspiring true stories about people who beat the odds, they'll be drawn to Marie's incredible determination and scientific curiosity. Perfect for readers in grades 5 through 7 who enjoy history, science, or stories about trailblazing women.