biologists

"For fans of the 'Who Was' series, this lively, accessible, and full-color chapter book biography shows how a self-taught scientist was the first to observe the microbial life in and around us. By building his own microscope, Antony van Leeuwenhoek advanced humanity's understanding of our oft-invisible world around us"--Provided by the publisher.

A brief biography of Rachel Carson, a biologist, who became an influential environmentalist and scientist.

Discusses the lives, work, and achievements of the people who have made outstanding contributions to biology.

Presents a look at the life and career of biomechanist Mimi Koehl, providing information on her childhood, her education, and her work using engineering and physics to study the designs of living things.

Tells the life story of Rachel Carson, a biologist and environmentalist, covering her childhood, her years in college where she changed her career focus, and her most well-known works up until her death.

Recounts the life and work of Rachel Carson, and how she first responded to a danger that no one else had yet seen. Celebrates the unique ocean and the importance of protecting it.

Text and humorous, cartoon-like illustrations explore the life and work of American marine biologist and environmentalist Rachel Carson.

Carson's biography of civic courage will inspire and motivate socially conscious readers.

Presents a biography of Rachel Carson, a biologist who helped bring attention to the dangers of pesticides and the need for protecting the environment. Includes a video, which launches via a 4D app.

A brief biography of African American biologist Ernest Everett Just, discussing his life and accomplishments as a scientific pioneer.