Ada Twist Scientist

Curiosity has a name-and it's Ada Twist! Ada Twist Scientist is a brilliant celebration of science, determination, and the joy of discovery, featuring a curious young girl whose endless questions lead her on an unforgettable learning journey.

Educational Benefits:

• Highlights STEM learning and fosters scientific inquiry and critical thinking.
• Supports gender and racial diversity in science-themed literature.
• Encourages resilience and experimentation through trial and error.
• Promotes curiosity as a foundation for learning across all subject areas.

Classroom Ideas:

• Inspire science experiments based on Ada's questions-investigate smells, plants, or patterns.
• Start a œQuestion Wall where students post and explore their own scientific inquiries.
• Discuss the importance of perseverance and learning from mistakes.
• Use in STEM and literacy crossovers to build narrative and nonfiction connections.

Information:

• Hardcover picture book with full-colour illustrations.
• Created by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, the team behind Iggy Peck and Rosie Revere.
• Inspired by real-life women scientists including Ada Lovelace and Marie Curie.