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Author
Publisher
What on Earth Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The most remarkable true stories of all time and around the world brought vividly to life - from the Big Bang right up to the present day.
Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world, from the latest understanding of the origins of the universe through the birth of the Earth, the very first life, the age of dinosaurs, the rise of humans, ancient civilizations, colonialism, wars, technology, everyday life, global struggles for freedom...
Author
Publisher
Welbeck
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the world's most significant, innovative and amazing discoveries in association with the Science Museum. Find out how, when and why vital discoveries took place, and learn more about the people who made the breakthroughs. Learn how the principles they discovered became the basis of inventions and other advances that shaped our history and the way we live today. Find out about the combination of inspiration and perspiration that helped pioneers...
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Publisher
Scholastic Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
©2020
Language
English
Description
"A lighthearted but informative look at chance discoveries made by ordinary people, of artifacts (and treasures) from the past. Many of these discoveries have led to leaps in our knowledge of history and science. Each short chapter will begin with a dramatic story of discovery, followed by the significance of the artifact that was discovered, followed by a look into the history of the civilization/era from which the artifact originates. The stories...
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Series
Language
English
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How long does it take for science to find an answer to a problem? On January 25, 1862, naturalist Charles Darwin received a box of orchids. One flower, the Madagascar star orchid, fascinated him. It had an 11.5 inch nectary, the place where flowers make nectar, the sweet liquid that insects and birds eat. How, he wondered, did insects pollinate the orchid? After experiments, he made a prediction. There must be a giant moth with a 11.5 inch proboscis,...
Publisher
National Geographic Channel
Pub. Date
©2012
Language
English
Description
National Geographic presents a behind-the-scenes tour of selected World Heritage Sites as conservationists apply their knowledge and dedication to preserve monuments, buildings, national parks and even entire cities, to ensure they survive for future generations.
Author
Series
Publisher
Arcturus
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Young readers can take a ... ride through the history of science-- a true-life tale full of twists and turns, unforgettable people, and unexpected revelations. Includes Stone Age (early humans, creating fire, and using tools), ancient civilizations (early writing, astrology, and medicine), the medieval and modern periods (the Renaissance, the solar system and the plague), 18th & 19th century (the Enlightenment, vaccinations, and evolution), 20th...
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Meet the people who changed the world of science and technology, biology, chemistry and physics! Read the stories of the brainiest people who ever lived and the scientific discoveries they made. Each page illustrates a famous scientist's life and what made their contribution to this fascinating field so important. Scientists is an exciting book perfect for children ages 7-9 years. Inside you will find: Stories of more than 50 scientists like Isaac...
Author
Language
English
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Description
Galileo, Einstein, Curie, Darwin, Hawking--we know the names, but how much do we really know about these people? Galileo gained notoriety over his battle with the Vatican, but did you know that this "father of modern science" was also an accomplished lute player? And Darwin of course discovered the principle by which new species are formed, but his bold curiosity extended to the dinner table as well. (And how many people can say they've eaten an owl!)...
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