On February 11, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science was commemorated. On this day, the role of women and girls in science is recognized, not only as beneficiaries, but also as agents of change. Additionally, on this day, it is emphasized how crucial their participation in technology is to eliminate the discrimination that exists in this area of study and break stereotypes in STEM.
International days serve to make information on issues of concern available to the general public, mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and celebrate and reinforce the achievements of humanity. Each international day offers many actors the opportunity to organize activities related to the theme of the day. For example, for this year of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, forums were organized around the world to develop opportunities in the private sector, guided visits were made to institutes such as CERN, conferences were held, goals were established with government entities, among many other activities.
It is well known, that both science and gender equality are vital to the achievement of internationally agreed development goals. Over the past decades, the global community has worked hard to inspire and engage women and girls in science and math. However, women and girls are still excluded from fully participating in these issues, making it even more crucial to commemorate these types of days.
We dedicate this Newsletter to women and girls in science, so that we can contribute in a way to accelerate progress and innovation in the world. Within this Newsletter you will find games, kits, books, and even clothing that will inspire girls and women to continue their passion and interest in science.
| TOYS TO ENCOURAGE INTEREST IN SCIENCE | |||
PLAYZ Explosive Kitchen Lab 26+ Physics, Chemistry & Biology Science Experiments Set
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Inspire girls to learn and have fun with this Playz science kits that allows them to learn about acids, bases, pH scale, DNA, electricity & diffusion through volcanic activities powered by lemon fuel! |
$39.95 amazon.com |
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THAMES & KOSMOS Ooze Labs Chemistry Set
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Let the girls know how much fun chemistry can be as they do slimy, fizzy, colorful, and bubbly experiments. This cool laboratory setup has lots of different vessels and pieces of lab equipment so kids can play the role of chemist while doing real, safe experiments. |
$29.99 target.com |
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Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Experiment Kit
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Let them learn the basics of science from chemical reactions to the use of science tools. With mind blowing experiments such as creating a sunset in a test tube and making a color-changing volcano, children will love learning fascinating facts about their natural world and this kit will keep them engrossed with interactive experiments. |
$12.51 amazon.com |
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THAMES & KOSMOS Kids First Biology Lab
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Let her discover the science of living things with this complete introductory microscope kit. The beautifully illustrated experiment manual guides them through observations of many living specimens found in and around your home. |
$44.99 barnesandnoble.com |
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| ROBOTICS KITS | |||
THAMES & KOSMOS Geckobot Wall Climbing Robot
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This astonishing wall-climbing robot has a motorized air suction system that enables it to walk vertically up and down perfectly smooth surfaces, like glass, plastic, whiteboards, and glossy laminates. In addition to the Geckobot, you can also build six other models and conduct experiments with suction to learn about air pressure and the mechanical physics of this unique device. |
$34.99 amazon.com |
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DISCOVERY KIDS Toy Circuitry Action Experiment Science Kit Set
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The Discovery Action Circuitry Electronic Experiment Set lets the kids build their own experiments that are powered with real electricity! Create these fun circuitry projects with 6 push-button modules, including a launching rocket, floating ball, spinning robot and more. |
$39.99 target.com |
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LEARNING RESOURCES Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set
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Meet Botley, the code robot that is here to introduce coding in an easy, friendly way. Botley comes with a remote programmer, detachable robot arms, coding cards, double-sided tiles, obstacle building pieces and a starter guide with coding challenges perfect for promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills. |
$49.37 amazon.com |
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THAMES & KOSMOS My Robotic Pet – Tumbling Hedgehog
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Let her build her own adorable robotic pet hedgehog! With the 172 building pieces in this kit, she can assemble a real robot that looks like a cute hedgehog. After she builds it, she can play with it by making different sounds and watching it tumble, roll, spin around, bristle its spines, and scurry around. |
$49.95 barnesandnoble.com |
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| BOOKS FOR THE LITTLE ONES AND BIG ONES | |||
My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids
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Get even the smallest astronomer excited for the big universe of space, from the bright and burning sun to our own blue Earth to ice-capped Pluto and every planet in between. With this book, kids will explore the entire solar system through incredible photos and fascinating facts on what makes each planet so special. |
$6.99 amazon.com |
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Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World
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A charmingly illustrated and educational book, New York Times best seller Women in Science highlights the contributions of fifty notable women to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the ancient to the modern world. |
$9.99 amazon.com |
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Thing Explainer: Complicated Stuff in Simple Words
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Randall Munroe is here to help. In Thing Explainer, he uses line drawings and only the thousand (or, rather, “ten hundred”) most common words to provide simple explanations for some of the most interesting stuff there is. |
$15.49 amazon.com |
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Big Questions from Little People: And Simple Answers from Great Minds
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Author Gemma Elwin Harris has lovingly compiled weighty questions from precocious grade school children—queries that have long dumbfounded even intelligent adults—and she’s gathered together a notable crew of scientists, specialists, philosophers, and writers to answer them. |
$25.99 amazon.com |
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| CLOTHING TO SHOW OFF YOUR SCIENTIFIC SIDE (GIRLS) | |||
“Revolutionary” Planets Sleeveless Play Dress with Pockets
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In vivid watercolor detail, the planets of our solar system swirl across orbital paths, by constellations, and through a sea of stars. With deep side pockets and a comfortably summery skater-style fit, she’ll be ready to explore this planet and all its near neighbors. |
$34.95 princess-awesome.com |
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Leggings – Chemistry
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No matter what the age or life stage, a perfect legging is a wardrobe staple. Well, Piccolina just took that staple and amped it up with a fun new Chemistry repeat print. These leggings come with cute and colorful illustrations of cylinders, microscopes, test tubes and much more! |
$17.60 piccolinakids.com |
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YESYESYALLAPPAREL Science Shirts for Girls
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This shirt comes with really cute and colorful illustrations that will go perfectly with any outfit, plus it will make your little one show her interest in science. |
$22.99 etsy.com |
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Scientist Play Dress
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This science dress shows off a girl’s interests in all things science and experimenting! Whether she’s working on her latest experiment or simply wants a dress made for twirling and climbing trees our scientist play dress is perfect for her. |
$38.00 anniethebrave.com |
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| CLOTHING TO SHOW OFF YOUR SCIENTIFIC SIDE (WOMEN) | |||
Women’s Crewneck Katherine Johnson Short Sleeve Trailblazer Tee
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Katherine Johnson is an American mathematician who calculated and analyzed the flight paths of many spacecraft during her more than three decades with the U.S. space program. During her career at NASA, she earned a reputation for mastering complex manual calculations and helped pioneer the use of computers to perform the tasks. |
$22.40 piccolinakids.com |
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Data Visualization Unisex Sweatshirt
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Show you’re a science girl with this incredible and colorful sweater. Nerdworthy is a Seattle-based clothing brand for those who challenge the stereotype of women in science, technology, engineering, and math. |
$50.00 shopnerdworthy.com |
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Space Race Adults Leggings with Pockets
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These leggings feature illustrations of the planet Earth, the moon, and two spaceships. They tell a historic moment; a race between two nations to see who would reach the moon first. The leggings are very comfortable, and you can fit your cell phone and much more in the pockets without any problem. |
$39.99 svahausa.com |
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Constellations Glow-in-the-dark Rachel Dress
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The wondrous night sky has inspired generations of humans to imagine what lies beyond. This is a dress made as an homage to the amazing Cartographer of the Universe, Margaret Geller. She has spent her lifetime dedicated to the unthinkable task of mapping the universe to understand the patterns of galaxies we see today! |
$79.99 svahausa.com |
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| ACCESSORIES FOR WOMEN OF SCIENCE | |||
ENSIANTH Biology Chemistry Earrings
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Unique dopamine chemical molecule stainless steel earrings are a perfect gift for scientists, biology students and science lovers. |
$11.89 amazon.com |
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DI CAPANNI Science Chemistry Infinity Scarf Women
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If you are passionate about fashion and science, then this scarf is ideal for you. It’s made from a soft, silky fabric that’s comfortable to wear and will keep you warm in a cold weather. |
$13.99 amazon.com |
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BEAUTLACE DNA Double Helix Chemistry Science Molecule
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This 18K gold plated bracelet with a DNA chain will be your perfect accessory when you go on your outings. |
$12.99 amazon.com |
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COGNITIVESURPLUS Women of Science Tote Bag
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This tote bag is a way to commemorate these inspiring ladies, whose contributions to science moved humanity forward. The bag is the perfect size to carry your belongings, it’s made of resistant material, it’s fully lined, and it has an internal zippered pocket to store your wallet. |
$24.95 amazon.com |
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