How Did They Get From There to Here?

by Karen Romano Young

So you hear about a scientist, someone with an amazing life, and think: that could never be me. I Was A Kid is here to show you just what some amazing STEAM professionals and students were like as kids, and to demonstrate the paths they took to get where they are bumps, twists, obstacles, and all. I Was A Kid (iwasakid.com) offers comics, photos, audio, video events, graphics, and text to open these pathways to all kinds of learners And they focus on people who represent groups not traditionally heard from Here are a few of the trading card sized comics that are available free as downloads on the website, where you can also find free large comics and all the rest of the I Was A Kid materials including ideas for teaching.

About the Author

Karen Romano Young is an award-winning children's book author, a science communicator, and the creator/director of I Was A Kid, her third comiccentered series. Her work has taken her to the Arctic ice, the Antarctic continent, the deep sea, and many other amazing locations. She lives in Connecticut with her family, a big dog, and a small striped cat http://www.iwasakid.com

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