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 Marie developed an early love for science which was
encouraged by her father as they conducted simple experiments together. She
graduated from high school first in her class but was unable to pursue further
education because of the "rule" in Poland that only men could
attend college.
Through the help of her sister and her own stubborn
determination, she finally succeeded in securing a higher education in Paris.
As her legendary and ground-breaking work in science continued, she married,
started a family and became one of the world's most brilliant scientists as
well as a great humanitarian.
Marie's story will teach children the importance of character
and the power of determination in achieving one's goals and dreams.
Instructions for all of the experiments she presents will also be available
so students can conduct these same experiments in the classroom or at home.
RELATED CURRICULUM SUGGESTIONS:
- Career Day
- The study of inventors
- The writing of biographies
- Units on character
education
- Units on multi-cultural
awareness
- A tie-in to the school
science fair
- The subjects of science and
social studies
 SPECIAL CELEBRATION DATES:
- October - National Book
Month
- October 19-25 - National CHARACTER
COUNTS! Week and National Chemistry Week
- November 7 - Marie Curie
was born
- November 15-21 - American
Education Week
- February 11 - National
Inventor's Day
- March - Women's History
Month
- March 8 - International
Women's Day
- April - Math Education Month
- April 12-18 - National
Library Week
- April 19-25 - National
Volunteer Week
- May 1-7 - Teacher
Appreciation Week (Marie taught for a number of years)
- May 11-17 - Children's Book
Week
*For specific tie-ins to your state's
curriculum and learning standards, please call our office.
TESTIMONIALS:
CHICAGO:
"Terrific!
All that science presented by a woman! Bravo!"
-- Kindergarten Teacher, Hatch School, Oak Park
"Inspirational! Children immediately went to the encyclopedia for more
information, and they couldn't wait to do the experiments!"
-- Fourth Grade Teacher, Dawes School, Chicago
BOSTON:
"Marie
Curie was excellent. I have seen this program three times at three different
schools, and each time the children were captivated."
-- Second Grade Teacher, Memorial/Plains Elementary, Salisbury
"Dramatic, creative and inspiring! Kept all students, even the
kindergartners, engaged. Our librarian says the students are coming in to
request science books!"
-- Principal, Federal Street School, Salem
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL:
"Wow
- the children were spellbound!"
-- Kindergarten Teacher, Excelsior School, Excelsior
"Excellent! Inspiring! An emphasis on women scientists!"
-- Fifth Grade Teacher, Cornelia School, Edina
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