Even with increased pressure to involve more girls in STEM areas in education, parents are often left wondering what they can do to encourage their daughter's love of science, math, and technology from fading. In Breaking Through! Helping Girls Succeed in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, topics ranging from how role models can make a difference to finding non-stereotypical toys and taking trips that inspire STEM discovery and engagement are illustrated with research evidence and real-life examples from girls and women. Regardless of a daughter's age (from birth to young adulthood), parents will find tips they can immediately use to help combat the gender imbalance in STEM areas. Whether they need to advocate for gender-neutral, STEM-enriched classrooms or want to encourage creative problem-solving and persistence in their daughters, readers will find ideas to take action to help the girls in their lives break through the barriers and achieve success in STEM.

Author Biography

Harriet S. Mosatche, Ph.D. (developmental psychology), is an executive coach, author, and advice columnist (AskDrM.org). Elizabeth K. Lawner, formerly a researcher at Child Trends, is a social psychology doctoral student at the University of Connecticut. Susan Matloff-Nieves, a social worker for over 30 years, created a nationally recognized girls' program.