Secrets of the Sea

The curiosity, drive, and perseverance of the nineteenth-century woman scientist who pioneered the use of aquariums to study ocean life are celebrated in this gorgeous, empowering picture book.

How did a nineteenth-century dressmaker revolutionize science? Jeanne Power was creative: she wanted to learn about the creatures that swim beneath the ocean waves, so she built glass tanks and changed the way we study underwater life forever. Jeanne Power was groundbreaking: she solved mysteries of sea animals and published her findings at a time when few of women's contributions to science were acknowledged. Jeanne Power was persistent: when records of her research were lost, she set to work repeating her studies. And when men tried to take credit for her achievements, she stood firm and insisted on the recognition due to her.

Jeanne Power was inspiring, and the legacy of this pioneering marine scientist lives on in every aquarium.

Discover the true story of a trailblazer who refused to give up:

• Women in STEM: Meet Jeanne Power, a 19th-century dressmaker who taught herself science and became the first female member of her scientific academy.
• Invention and Discovery: Learn how Jeanne designed some of the world's first aquariums to solve the mysteries of the ocean, including the secret of the paper nautilus.
• A Story of Perseverance: Be inspired by her courage when, after losing all her research in a shipwreck, she started over from scratch to prove her findings.
• Ocean Life for Kids: A perfect introduction to marine biology, celebrating curiosity and the amazing creatures that live under the sea.