Yes, Daughter, You Can.

Hammrich, Penny L.

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ERIC Number: EJ536649

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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Yes, Daughter, You Can.

Hammrich, Penny L.

Science and Children, v34 n4 p20-24 Jan 1997

Argues that empowering parents is the first step toward improving females' achievement in science. Describes the Sisters in Science (SIS) program that aims to unite the role of parents with the other factors that promote female success in science. Discusses policy and practical implications that can be drawn from the work of the SIS program. Contains 49 resources. (JRH)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, After School Programs, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Females, Gender Issues, Motivation, Parent Participation, Science Activities, Science Instruction, Sex Differences

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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