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The inviting illustrations and manageable blocks of text will attract a wide range of readers. (Carousel )
A beautiful gift for any KS2 child who is curious about natural history. Because of the careful balancing of differing points of view, the book could also be effectively used to introduce the work of Darwin to a KS2 class as part of a science curriculum. (English 4-11 )
Book of the Month: Cleverly mixes cartoon style graphics with factual text. (Green Parent )
Well-illustrated, a collection of scenes that you can imagine Darwin recalling in later life. In fact, you can almost see it as what the contents of Darwin's photoalbum would have been like had his life been recorded in photographs… This is a book that will work superbly well as a teaching aid. (Popular Science )
Royal Society Young People's Book Prize: The story offers insight into his amazing understanding of evolution developed through a life in contact with nature - and in doing so leaves a feeling that we, too, might conceive of grand things someday. (Science )
A clever book that captured my and the kids' imagination. Mich Manning and Brita Granström should be congratulated. (Times )
A beautiful gift for any KS2 child who is curious about natural history. Because of the careful balancing of differing points of view, the book could also be effectively used to introduce the work of Darwin to a KS2 class as part of a science curriculum. (English 4-11 )
Book of the Month: Cleverly mixes cartoon style graphics with factual text. (Green Parent )
Well-illustrated, a collection of scenes that you can imagine Darwin recalling in later life. In fact, you can almost see it as what the contents of Darwin's photoalbum would have been like had his life been recorded in photographs… This is a book that will work superbly well as a teaching aid. (Popular Science )
Royal Society Young People's Book Prize: The story offers insight into his amazing understanding of evolution developed through a life in contact with nature - and in doing so leaves a feeling that we, too, might conceive of grand things someday. (Science )
A clever book that captured my and the kids' imagination. Mich Manning and Brita Granström should be congratulated. (Times )
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In 1831, at only 22 years old, Darwin was offered the position of Naturalist on HMS Beagle's world voyage.
He was set to become a clergyman but returns after five years at sea an inspired genius.
This book follows the journey of HMS Beagle, showing life on-board the ship for Darwin, the captain, crew and the expedition's artist. The reader sees Darwin discovering and observing insect life in Brazil, fossils in Argentina , earthquakes in Chile and turtles in the Galapagos Islands. The reader is therefore able to follow the steps which led to Darwin's inspired theory of evolution, while also showing the adventures and escapades he had during the voyage.
A fascinating and colourful story of Darwin's life, this book also introduces young readers to one of the world's most important scientists and his discoveries. It concludes with a simple explanation of the theory of evolution. Written by an outstanding team in the field of children's non-fiction, this is a book to enlighten and inspire young readers.
He was set to become a clergyman but returns after five years at sea an inspired genius.
This book follows the journey of HMS Beagle, showing life on-board the ship for Darwin, the captain, crew and the expedition's artist. The reader sees Darwin discovering and observing insect life in Brazil, fossils in Argentina , earthquakes in Chile and turtles in the Galapagos Islands. The reader is therefore able to follow the steps which led to Darwin's inspired theory of evolution, while also showing the adventures and escapades he had during the voyage.
A fascinating and colourful story of Darwin's life, this book also introduces young readers to one of the world's most important scientists and his discoveries. It concludes with a simple explanation of the theory of evolution. Written by an outstanding team in the field of children's non-fiction, this is a book to enlighten and inspire young readers.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
After my 4 year old daughter came home and told me that they were being taught creation at school, I thought that I had better address the balance and get some books on evolution. This one has good pictures and a good story!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Explaining some of Darwin's discoveries to children is quite a challenge, but this book beautifully conveys what kids need to know. There is plenty of information, absorbing illustrations and the little touches of humour which really help. The text doesn't get bogged down in detail, but there's an honest, realistic approach from the beginning - kids can read some of Darwin's own words but are helped to think about 'what was it like for Darwin, what did he feel and see and how did he think?' My family enjoyed sharing young Darwin's feelings as a medical student around a gory operating table, the thrill of his big sea adventure, his confusion and sense of wonder around the world. Highly recommended for inquisitive kids.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I had been looking for a book about Darwin for my five year old daughter.
I wanted one that was fun but informative; that looked good but included all the information she needed to know; that had great illustrations and could condense a whole life's work into one short (preferably picture) book.
I was beginning to give up the hunt when I came across this great book. It does EVERYTHING I wanted and really is everything you could want from a picture book about Darwin!
The age range stated is 6-9 but my five year old loved it and reading the book has lead us to explore more on the subject.
Thoroughly recommended.
I wanted one that was fun but informative; that looked good but included all the information she needed to know; that had great illustrations and could condense a whole life's work into one short (preferably picture) book.
I was beginning to give up the hunt when I came across this great book. It does EVERYTHING I wanted and really is everything you could want from a picture book about Darwin!
The age range stated is 6-9 but my five year old loved it and reading the book has lead us to explore more on the subject.
Thoroughly recommended.
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I gave my 11 year old grandson, James, this book for Christmas and this is the review he sent me from Canada where he lives:
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AN INTELLIGENT AND INFORMATIVE BOOK FOR A 12 YEAR OLD
This was a well received Christmas gift for our 12 year old grandson. An interesting way of telling Darwin's story to this age group.
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I had already bought 'We're sailing to Galapagos' and thought it would be interesting to read about Darwin with my class of 6-7 year olds. Whoops. Read more
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