Discover the fascinating life of Jane Goodall through this digest paperback book by Roberta Edwards. Learn about her extensive research on animals, particularly on apes and monkeys, and her commitment to environmental conservation and protection. This book, published by Penguin Young Readers Group in 2012, is part of the Who Was? Ser. and has 112 pages filled with captivating stories and insights about this cultural hero. The book measures 7.6 inches in length and 5.3 inches in width, with a height of 0.2 inches and a weight of 3.7 ounces. It is illustrated by Yes and written in English. Who Is Jane Goodall? is a must-read for anyone interested in animals, biography, and autobiography.
SynopsisDiscover the wild history of Jane Goodall's life and work in this Who HQ biography exploring one of history's most influential scientists. In this exceptional Who HQ biography that is accessible for young readers, the life and legacy of Jane Goodall, one of the world's most influential scientists to date, comes alive. Born in London, England, in 1934, Jane loved animals from a very young age, and made it her goal to study them in their natural habitats. So, at age twenty-six, she set off to Africa to do just that! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Complete with comprehensive, age-appropriate text and black-and-white illustrations throughout, this Who HQ biography of Jane Goodall is the perfect way for young readers to learn all about one of the most influential scientists of our time in an accessible and memorable way., A life in the wild Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age twenty-six, off she went to Africa Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Now her story comes to life in this biography with black-and-white illustrations throughout.
Informative books on Interesting People. Good for Elementary grade students.
I think these books are great. so many famous interesting people in the series like Albert Einstein and my favorite Hellen Keller. I bought them buy 2 get one free so i got a great deal on some good books