Reading with Your Kids STEM Tuesday Special: Tiny Worlds

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RWYK Interview with Jennifer Swanson- STEM Tuesday– Tiny Worlds (Microscopic/Nanotech)

Joining us on today’s edition of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast is Jennifer Swanson, the creator, and administrator of the STEMTuesday blog.

In our exciting interview, Jennifer talks about STEM Tuesday’s July 2019’s theme that revolves around the small, the tiny, and the microscopic—from nanotechnology to microorganisms. Microbes and fungus may be small, but their effects in the world are far from that. They are vital to Earth’s complex, constantly cycling systems, which range from microscopic to monumental. What could microbes do? Try this activity in the classroom to help students understand how microorganisms can have big effects.

Tune in to delve into the world of the TINY… the microscopic even. Then we go even further to the world of the nanoparticle. Dive into the books recommended by Jennifer and learn about the world that you can’t even see with your own eyes but is found all around you!

 

 

About Jennifer Swanson

Jennifer SwansonAward-winning author Jennifer Swanson’s love of science began when she started a science club in her garage at the age of 7. While no longer working from the garage, Jennifer’s passion for science resonates in the fascinating 25+ nonfiction and fiction books she has written for children. 

Her book, SUPER GEAR: Nanotechnology and Sports Team Up (Charlesbridge) was selected as an NSTA Best STEM book for 2017. Jennifer has received awards from the Pennsylvania TriState Young Adult Review Committee and her books in the “How Things Work” series by The Child’s World were named to the 2012 Booklist’s Top 10 Books for Youth: Series Nonfiction. Top reviews include a starred review in Booklist and recommended reviews from School Librarians Workshop, Library Media Connection, School Library Journal, and the National Science Teacher Association. Jennifer’s new books include releases with National Geographic Kids, Charlesbridge Publishing, and Rosen Publishing.

A perpetual writer, Jennifer is always developing new story ideas and concepts. Keep an eye out for her in the future. You can learn more about her at www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com

Connect with her on social media

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Here is the link to Jennifer’s STEM Tuesday blog –

https://www.fromthemixedupfiles.com/category/stem-tuesday/

Here is the link for her new initiative –

https://kidliteracy.org

 

 

Interview Talking Points & Questions:

 

 

Thank you,  Jennifer, for joining us and for sharing your wonderful insights with us!

 

Check out STEM Tuesday blog for STEM books that ENGAGE. EXCITE. and INSPIRE! Join us each week as a group of dedicated STEM authors highlight FUN topics, interesting resources, and make real-life connections to STEM in ways that may surprise you. #STEMRocks!

 

A big Thank You to Jennifer Swanson for joining us! Glad you all could join us for today’s guest interview! We hope you’ve enjoyed this interview and we look forward to introducing you to some great guests in our next episode.

 

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Thanks for tuning in and have a great day!

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