"Jane Goodall spent her childhood drawing animals and dreaming about visiting Africa to observe those animals up close. After a lifetime of pursuing that dream, Goodall has become one of the most renowned authorities on chimpanzee behavior.For nearly six decades, Goodall has observed, documented, and sometimes even lived with chimps. In a time when field research was mostly done by men, Goodall not only proved she was just as capable but also made discoveries that have revolutionized our understanding of animal behavior.".
"Stephen Hawking studies black holes, gravity, and the universe. He has written books for children and adults. Learn how Hawking's determination and love of math and science have made him a successful and well-known scientist."--.
Highlights the life and career of Minecraft creator Markus Persson from his love of Legos and programming computers from the age of eight to using his passion for creating video games to land his dream job as an adult. Includes a timeline, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.
Provides a biography about African American astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. Discusses his childhood, discovering his passion for the universe, his education, and his work educating the public about science. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
"Brian Greene's father taught him to look at the world in different ways. Years later, he started helping others understand the universe from new perspectives. Learn how Brian became a physics expert and bestselling author"--Provided by publisher.
Provides a biography of SpaceX founder and Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk. Discusses his childhood in South Africa, his education in Canada and the United States, and his passion for technology. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
Provides a biography of GoPro inventor Nick Woodman. Discusses his childhood in California, his education, and his path to success as an inventor. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
Presents a biography of electronics inventor Tony Fadell, including his childhood, career in computer engineering, early inventions, and work with Apple to invent the iPod. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
