Liz Lee Heinecke is an author and media figure for science and STEM. She has loved science she was young which drew her to study molecular biology where she worked in research for ten years. As she transitioned to parenting, she began sharing her love of science through experiments with her kids which became the basis for her books and media appearances. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Art and a Master's Degree in Bacteriology.
What do we talk about in this episode?
- How Liz got involved in writing and media appearances in STEM.
- How you can potentially get involved in presenting STEM on TV.
- Her philosophy about saying "yes" and trying anything which has led to great experiences.
- Teachers can put kids on a good or bad trajectory. They have a lot of influence - good or bad.
- Math is a language and should be taught as a language.
- Experiment Outside the Box.
Music used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound Studio
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Resources
Liz's website with her books and appearances: www.lizleeheincke.com
Connect with Liz here: Email at lizleeheinecke@gmail.com or find her @lizheinecke on Instagram, @kitchpantrysci on Twitter and Liz Heinecke, The Kitchen Pantry Scientist on Facebook.
Books:
Biology for Kids
Kitchen Science Lab for Kids, Edible Edition
Outdoor Science Lab for Kids
Chemistry for Kids
STEAM Lab for Kids
Kitchen Science Lab for Kids
Star Wars The Padman Cookbook
Ecology for Kids
Physics for Kids
Star Wars Maker Lab
Sheet Pan Science
Kitchen Science for Kids
She Can STEM: 50 Trailblazing Women in Science From Ancient History to Now
Super Fun Kitchen Science Experiments for Kids: 52 Family Friendly Experiments From Around the World
Radiant: The Dancer, The Scientist, and a Friendship Forged in Light