- Many poor countries do not have data on science education.
- This problem makes it hard to know how girls and boys are doing in school.
- Only a few low-income countries have data on their students.
- Girls in some areas still struggle to go to school.
- Math and reading are often seen as more important than science.
- Because of this, girls may not choose science careers.
Difficult words
- data — Facts or information used for decision-making.
- science — A subject that studies the natural world.
- struggle — To have difficulty doing something.
- career — A job or profession over a long time.careers
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Discussion questions
- Why is science education important for everyone?
- How can we help girls go to school?
- What subjects do you think are most important and why?
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