Shar Levine facts for kids

Shar Levine, born in 1953, is a Canadian author who writes books for children. She is also a designer. Shar is known for her fun, hands-on science books. She has written over 70 books and science kits.

For her amazing work in making science easy and fun for everyone, Shar was given a special honor. In 2016, she became a member of the Order of Canada. This is one of the highest awards a Canadian citizen can receive. In 2015, the University of Alberta also honored her with their Alumni Honour Award.

Shar Levine is sometimes called "Sciencelady" because of her passion for science. She often visits schools and libraries to give exciting science presentations. Thousands of children have enjoyed learning from her. She also speaks at writing festivals and conferences for teachers and librarians.

Shar's Achievements and Awards

Shar Levine has received many awards for her books and her work in science. She often writes with her co-author, Leslie Johnstone.

Awards for Her Books

Many of Shar's books have won special awards, showing how popular and helpful they are for young readers.

• Projects for a Healthy Planet:
  • This book won the "Our Choice Award" from the Canadian Children's Book Centre in 1993.
• The Paperbook and Papermaker:
  • It also won the "Our Choice Award" in 1994.
  • The Canadian Toy Testing Council gave it a top recommendation.
  • It received a National Parenting Publication Award in the U.S. in 1994.
• Everyday Science:
  • This book earned the "Our Choice Award" in 1995.
• Science Around the World:
  • It was another "Our Choice Award" winner in 1996.
• The Microscope Book:
  • This book received the "Our Choice Award" in 1997.
• WormWorld:
  • It won a National Parenting Publication Award in 1997.
  • It also earned a Bronze Parent's Choice Award in 1998.
• The Magnets Book:
  • This book was given the "Our Choice Award" in 1998.
• Fun With Your Microscope:
  • It won the "Our Choice Award" in 1998, and was a "starred selection."
• The Ultimate Balloon Book:
  • This book received the "Our Choice Award" in 2002.
• The Science of Sound and Music:
  • It won the "Our Choice Award" in 2001.
• Backyard Science:
  • This book was a finalist for the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books and Films Prize in 2006. This award is for hands-on science activity books.
• The Ultimate Guide to Your Microscope:
  • This book was a finalist for the same American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books and Films Prize in 2008.
• Plants: Flowering Plants, Ferns, Mosses and Other Plants:
  • It was named one of the CCBC Best Books in 2011.
• Snowy Science:
  • This book was an OLA Best Bet and a CCBC Best Book in 2012.
• Hockey Science:
  • It was an OLA Best Bet in 2012 and a CCBC Best Book in 2013.
• Dirty Science:
  • This book won the Science in Society (Youth) Book Award in 2014.
  • It was also a CCBC Best Book in 2014.

Other Important Awards

Besides her book awards, Shar Levine has received other important honors for her overall contributions.

• Member of the Order of Canada, 2016: This is a very high honor in Canada.
• Alumni Honour Award, University of Alberta, 2015: This award recognized her achievements since graduating.
• Eve Savory Award for Science Communication, 2006: She shared this award with Leslie Johnstone for their great work in explaining science.