Science

Books and Printed References

Quilting Activities Across the Curriculum : A Thematic Unit Filled With Activities Linked to Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science; Wendy Buchberg  

 

On-line Resources

Whole Cloth - "Discovering Science and Technology Through American Textile History" is an interdisciplinary curriculum that brings ideas about science, technology, and invention into the social studies classroom with the hope of encouraging women and all students of color into technological careers.

Textile Games – Quilt Quiz and more - interactive site with puzzle that reveals picture  

Mission to the Moon Quilt/Wall Hanging  This lesson plan describes how students have creative expression while designing and constructing a quilt or wall hanging. It will also serve as a review of information learned about the 12 American missions to the moon. Parent volunteers will he needed to assist with sewing.

Women in Science Web Sites

Women of NASA  

The Women of NASA resource was developed to encourage more young women to pursue careers in math, science, and technology. Throughout history, women have made valuable contributions to these fields. Although these disciplines are still dominated by men, and these women are seen as exceptions, there is a growing appreciation of cultural and gender diversity in the workplace. The Women of NASA interactive project showcases outstanding women who are enjoying successful careers and how these women balance personal and professional responsibilities. The main components of the project are the profiles and the weekly web chats. Participants have the opportunity to dialogue with the featured mentor during the chats and will also find the profiles and archived chats a rich source of  information on the NASA women and their work.

4000 Years of Women in Science  

4,000 years of women in science! Did you know that? Women are, and always have been, scientists. This site lists over 125 names from our scientific and technical past. They are all women! This site grew out of the public talks given by Dr. Sethanne Howard, currently with the National Science Foundation.

TAP - The Ada Project Tapping Internet Resources for Women in Computer Science

Women and Computers  - Logged On or Left Out? Sacramento Bee reporter Ilana DeBare and photographer Laura Chun examine this issue and discover a number of reasons why women are underrepresented in high-tech in their series, "Women in Computing: Logged On Or Left Out?"

Design your Future - Autodesk sponsors this site "to provide practical, inspiring, hands-on opportunities for young women to become aware of, explore, and pursue math, science, and technology-based careers."

 

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