Of engineers and princesses
As a child I would’ve been absolutely stoked to go to Legoland. In my head, it’s always been a place filled with so many primary colored bits and pieces that the sky is the limit — where you could build … Continue reading
Tag Archives: gender
Save the boys from pianos!
In an accidental feat of awesome timing, Don Netflixed The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T and we watched it on Sunday before even realizing Monday was Dr. Seuss’s birthday. (Thanks Google!) This live-action musical is visually interesting and perfect for … Continue reading
In conclusion
Wondering why more teenage girls aren’t into science?
Maybe it’s got something to do with the mythical image of frumpy granola spinsters of science who are devoid of other interests, disparaging color and style as useless frippery. I mean, if the women who are currently in the careers … Continue reading
beadazzled microscopes, maribu trimmed lab coats
Take a look at the Toys R’ Us online catalog section for Learning & More > Science & Discovery > Girls That’s right. Butterflies, perfume, unicorns, and princess gardens.