Charles Darwin Develops the Theory of Evolution (Great Moments in Science)

by Douglas Hustad

Overview

Learn about the great scientist Charles Darwin as he developed the theory of evolution. You'll read about his life, the science behind his studies, and the impact of his work on the world today.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781680780154
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing Company
Publication date:	01/01/2016
Series:	Great Moments in Science
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	750L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2016
Gr 3–5—These studies complement equivalent volumes in ABDO's ongoing "Great Minds of Science" series by leaving biographical details by the wayside to instead focus on specific ideas, experiments, evidence, chains of reasoning, and publications associated with each figure's best-known work. Darwin, for example, begins with an explanation of what was so astonishing to the scientist about the Galápagos finches, then goes back to fill in major events of the Beagle's voyage, and to trace the writing and publication of On the Origin of Species with nods along the way to earlier evolutionary theories and scientists. Brief extracts from letters or books supply exercises in understanding primary source material, and sets of closing queries invite readers to review and ruminate. VERDICT Strong choices for deepening subject collections.

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