Women’s History Month

Every year, libraries have the opportunity to host Women’s History month events related to NASA’s scientific explorations of the universe. Using a suite of resources from NASA’s Universe of Learning, you can host your own Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA event to celebrate and highlight the contributions of women to astronomy. These events are intended to be open to all family members, regardless of gender, but focus on engaging girls in science using field-tested, hands-on activities. Also, events can be held in March or any time during the year. Some event components could include:

• Showcasing Women in STEM posters, with suggested reading
• Facilitating a NASA Universe of Learning hands-on activity, paired with a STEM KIT
• Inviting NASA scientists or engineers to talk about the latest discoveries
• Hosting an exhibit with freely available print materials
• And more (or less) depending on your needs and constraints

Your Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA event will be a great kick-off for other Women’s History Month activities that you organize. To learn more or to participate, please contact: girlsSTEAMahead@universe-of-learning.org