Tiera Fletcher
Wonder Women of Science
A vibrant, essential primer that turns dry biographies into a celebration of female genius without being preachy.
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by Lola M. Schaefer
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 420L · 2004
A gentle, genuinely inspiring intro to Marie Curie that lets young kids see her as a curious person, not a marble bust—the illustrations and short text make her achievements feel human-scale.
Blue
by Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 550L · 2022
A lyrical and visually stunning way to teach cultural heritage without it feeling like a lecture; the 'blue' motif is clever enough for older kids but accessible for toddlers.
The Pot That Juan Built
by David Diaz
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 500L
A tactile, unfussy celebration of traditional Mexican pottery that models real craft without preaching—Diaz's illustrations do the heavy lifting, and the cumulative rhythm teaches respect for process.