Scholastic Reader Level 4: Great Black Heroes: Five Brilliant Scientists: Five Brilliant Scientists (level 4)
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| Rating | : | 4.30 (539 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0590480316 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 48 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Great addition to our collection!" according to LT. We added this book to our bedtime reading list during Black History Month, and my 8-year old loved it. He actually discussed Ernest Everest Just in class after learning more about him from this book.. Phyllis Y. said Know who you are, where you came from and who invented it.. We need to know all,parts of our history to get a full scope of our world and country.. Four Stars Richard Bennett Great book for young children that don't get Black Studies.
Overall, this title is worth the purchase for its coverage and its accessible format.Eunice Weech, M. Though the black-and-white archival photos and reproductions and the colorful artwork lack brightness and clarity, they still provide a personal touch and help readers see how these individuals looked at different stages of their lives. From School Library Journal Grade 2-3-This easy-reader provides short, concise biographical sketches of the early lives and major accomplishments of Susan McKinney Steward, George Washington Carver, Ernest Everett Just, Percy Lavon Julian, and Shirley Ann Jackson. L. K
Accessible text describes the early lives and notable achievements of Susan McKinney Steward, the first black female doctor in New York State; George Washington Carver, the world-famous agricultural scientist; Ernest Just, a marine biologist; Percy Julian, an outstanding chemist; and Shirley Jackson, a nuclear physicist.