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“Dutton (Secrets from the Sex Lab)
reveals the minds and hearts of the
students driven to excel in high school science fairs. The Intel
International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) is the "Super Bowl of
science fairs," where students present experiments in high-stakes
research like nuclear fusion and genetic engineering. Participants have
the chance to win money, college scholarships, and the attention of
scientific heavyweights, from elite universities to NASA and the
National Institutes of Health. Dutton introduces us to 12 brilliant
students and explores their drive to excel. Garrett Yazzie invented a
solar-powered heater to keep his family warm. Katlin Hornig thought
that interacting with horses could help stressed-out cops like her
father. Ryan Patterson's single-minded tinkering with robots led to a
groundbreaking glove that could read and translate sign language.
Dutton alternates stories of science fair legends with those of six
finalists brought together at the 2009 ISEF, revealing their vision,
determination, and courage--as well as the important role of supportive
mentors. This saga is sure to entertain and enlighten parents,
teachers, and anyone who longs to peer into the creative forces that
drive the world's youngest scientists.
Booklist “With warmth, wit, and a sense of awe, Dutton conveys the students’ dedication and curiosity, dissects their motivations, sifts through their pasts, and breaks down the science behind their innovations into plain, palatable English. As these kids strive for scholarships, take meetings with Homeland Security, and earn the ire of large corporations, it’s easy to forget that they’re teenagers. Science Fair Season humanizes them while inspiring and firing the imagination of readers along for the ride.” Radio NPR's Morning Edition Online NPR's Science Friday Inititative: A Safer Skydiving Suit NPR's Science Friday Inititiative: A Spray That Makes Dog Poop Disappear NPR's Science Friday Initiative: A Germ-Zapping Light Science News MacLeans Babytoolkit.blogspot.com Imbookingit.com Beingernest.com Reclusivebibliophile.com Pointswest.wordpress.com |
