Activities that include science history and biography provide glimpses of real scientists in action and show students that science is conducted by real people, people with whom students might share a common background or interest. Telling stories is a high-interest way of conveying a concept. By using a wide variety of biographies and histories—particularly those featuring minorities and women—teachers can stimulate student interest, provide role models for all students, and generally give a more complete picture of the nature of scientific work.