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Maria Orosa, freedom fighter, scientist and inventor from the Philippines, Norma Olizon-Chikiamco ; illustrated by Mark Salvatus

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Maria Orosa, freedom fighter, scientist and inventor from the Philippines, Norma Olizon-Chikiamco ; illustrated by Mark Salvatus
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references
resource.biographical
individual biography
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
no index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Maria Orosa
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
1338197277
Responsibility statement
Norma Olizon-Chikiamco ; illustrated by Mark Salvatus
Sub title
freedom fighter, scientist and inventor from the Philippines
Summary
This delightful children's book follows the life of Maria Orosa--a pioneering woman scientist who studied food science in the United States then returned to a war-torn Philippines and created super-nutritious foods to help her nation in a time of crisis
Table Of Contents
Born...just before a revolution -- Adventure on the high seas -- Living in the USA -- Maria earns her degrees -- Mari's magical inventions -- Saving lives -- with cookies -- She was all that...and more! -- Braving the dangers -- In the line of duty -- A grateful nation nation honors Maria -- Maria's freedom cookies
Target audience
juvenile
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