Synopsis: In this book young readers will learn about Marie Curie, a groundbreaking scientist who became the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize. Read about her days in school, her marriage to another scientist, and how she discovered polonium and radium.

Synopsis: - Biographies are an area of high interest for young readers.- Includes index and Words You Know section that highlights terms and concepts from the text and illustrates them with photographs.- Photographs are directly related to the text to encourage independent reading.- Glossary and easy-to-use index.Grades K-4 Social Studies StandardsTime, Continuity, and Change: II- Accounts of past events, people, places, and situations contribute to our…