banneker, benjamin

Describes the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Banneker in the fields of science and architecture, as well as his impact as one of the pioneers in promoting equality.

Simple text and illustrations provide an introduction for young readers to astronomer, surveyor, naturalist, farmer and almanac author, Benjamin Banneker.

"Benjamin Banneker is known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy. He was born free at a time in America, 1731, when most African Americans were slaves. At the age of 22 he built a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a pocket-knife"--Provided by the Publisher.

Relates how Benjamin Banneker's grandmother journeyed from England to Maryland in the late seventeenth century, worked as an indentured servant, began a farm of her own, and married a freed slave.

"Benjamin Banneker wasn't just a scientist. He was also an author, astronomer, and mathematician. Young readers will discover how this self-taught man came to be one of the first important African American intellectuals."--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life of Benjamin Banneker in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills.

Describes the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Banneker in the fields of science and architecture, as well as his impact as one of the pioneers in promoting equality.

A biography of the African-American farmer and self-taught mathematician, astronomer, and surveyor for the new capital city of the United States in 1791, who also calculated a successful almanac notable for its preciseness.

Presents the life of Benjamin Banneker, the self-educated scientist who helped plan our nation's capital city.

"Benjamin Banneker was a self-educated mathematician, scientist, astronomer, and civil rights advocate. Banneker achieved many amazing things throughout his lifetime. He wrote almanacs, mapped the stars, and corresponded with Thomas Jefferson, just to name a few. Banneker was a man ahead of his time"--Provided by publisher.