scientists

A biography of physicist Stephen Hawking, covering his early life, the obstacles he faced, and his impact on the world.

A biography of chemist Marie Curie, covering her early life, the obstacles she faced, and her impact on the world.

Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved learning about animals. She showed people that women could be scientists, and fought to follow her dream of working with wild chimps.... --adapted from back cover.

This compelling biography opens the door to Benjamin Franklin's more unknown side, highlighting not only his professional accomplishments but also diving into stories from his multifaceted life. Quotes, colorful pictures, and fun facts round out this high-energy book that gives readers the inside scoop on one of America's favorite thinkers, dreamers, and doers.

". . . takes a look at the scientists who explore Earth's hot spots, learn more about how volcanoes work, and try to save lives by improving predictions of when volcanoes will erupt"--Provided by publisher.

Frog--and Science Hero--Professor Albert Hopper travels with his niece Polly and nephew Tad to the center of the Earth, encountering prehistoric cavefrogs, dinosaur fossils, and Yeti on the way.

A biography of Maria Sibylla Merian, who lived in Germany during the 1600s and became one of the first entomologists and scientific illustrators.

". . . shows how researchers around the globe are studying glaciers, examining the atmosphere, and using computer models to learn about the changing climate"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Sara Seager.

". . . takes a look at the ways in which scientists are working to save animals from disease, human encroachment, and invasive species across the world"--Provided by publisher.