Although McKellar credits The Wonder Years with catapulting her to stardom and giving her a platform, the actress and scholar utilizes that platform predominantly to encourage other young women to follow their passions rather than hiding away. Her math books, aimed at female students of all ages, including the New York Times bestsellers Math Doesn't Suck, Kiss My Math, and Girls Get Curves, aren't just aimed at those interested in the subject either.
As McKellar explained to CNBC, math, "Exercises the problem solving part of your brain, which will help you better able to pursue your dreams, whatever they might be." The studious actress and advocate explained that young women shouldn't shy away from studying because they're worried about being judged by their peers. As she sees it, "You don't have to choose between being fabulous and fun and being smart — they go hand in hand."
