Sema the STEAM Superhero and real-life female STEAM heroes

Super Sema is here to save the day! In a free animated series, Sema and her twin brother MB use their creativity, determination, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) to solve problems in a futuristic African setting.

Kids and adults alike can learn from Sema and her brother how to integrate different skills to save their community and improve the state of the world. You can watch free episodes of the show and enjoy kid-led DIY science activity videos on the official Sema YouTube site or on YouTube!

Want to learn about real-life female STEAM heroes?

Check out the following books available at the Pima County Library:

Changing the Equation

Medicine Women

Secret Engineer

Drum Dream Girl

The Astronaut With A Song for the Stars

Queen of Physics

Dancing Hands

Inspired to do your own STEAM activities?

Here are just a few of the many library books that can help you get started!

STEAM Play and Learn

STEAM Lab for Kids

100 Easy STEAM Activities

STEAM Kids

Un laboratorio en casa


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