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TALATERRAI am a ...Blending art and science to help young learners establish a science identity.A tabletop activity designed for a Pi Day event introduces students and families to Fibonacci and scientific illustration as a career path. This activity was adapted for classroom use by The Leonardo Principle. In this episode, we learn more about The Leonardo Principle from founding director, Sally Bensusen. LINKSThe Leonardo PrincipleActivities for developing observation skillsVi Hart - Fibonacci, Doodling & MathScience Identity MattersWomen in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers W...2022-03-2543 min
TALATERRASally Bensusen, The Leonardo Principle STEAM InitiativeSally Bensusen is a former astronomer, a graphic designer, and a scientific illustrator. Her illustrations have been used by the National Science Foundation, the Smithsonian Institution, and Scientific American magazine.In 2019 she retired as a graphic designer from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.Sally is the founding director of The Leonardo Principle, a new endeavor destined to become a library of STEAM activities focused on developing observation skills blending art and science.What prompted Sally to create the Leonardo Principle?How did she launch this initiative?When did Sally's...2021-03-1239 min