scientists

Provides a brief introduction to author and environmentalist Rachel Carson, her accomplishments, and her impact on American history.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and achievements of Benjamin Franklin, discussing the many contributions he made to American history, politics, and technology.

A biography of the man who founded the science of microbiology.

Examines the life and discoveries of Galileo, the Italian mathematician, astronomer, and physicist who laid the foundation for modern experimental science.

Contains profiles of thirteen scientists and inventors of interest to readers ages nine and above, each with information on the birth, youth, early memories, education, hobbies, honors, and awards received by each featured individual; and includes photographs and lists of sources for further study.

During World War II, a twelve-year-old girl is uprooted from her quiet, East coast life and moved to a secluded army post in the New Mexico desert where her father and other scientists are working on a top secret project.

Covers all the important aspects of high tech today and in the future while providing up-to-date facts on careers in medicine, electronics, engineering, and education.

Discusses the life of the multi-talented American who was a scientist and an inventor, a writer and a printer, as well as playing an influential role in the early history of the United States.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin, discussing his various careers in colonial America, including printing and inventing, and examining his role in the American Revolution.

Brief biographies of five Hispanic American scientists of this century.