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Black Stars: African American Women Scientists and Inventors
by Otha Richard Sullivan

Black Stars: African American Women Scientists and Inventors
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Author: Otha Richard Sullivan
Editor: Jim Haskins
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Format: Abridged
Published: 2001-10-12
ISBN: 047138707X
Number of pages: 160
Publisher: Wiley

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Book Review: A must for young readers
Summary: 5 Stars

So little is known about African American women pioneers in the sciences. Otha Sullivan has written an illuminating book for young readers that will fill in the gaps. Every parent concerned with teaching their children more about pioneering women in American history should purchase this book. It is also a good resource for science, social studies, and history teachers.

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