Life on Earth: The Story of Evolution
- Subject
- Science & Nature - Biology
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Size
- 22.6 cm Ă 28.7 cm
- ISBN
- 9780358108443
Millions of plants and animals live on Earth, but why do some species survive while others go extinct? A young readers guide to evolution with full-color cut-paper illustrations.
There are millions of different kinds of plants and animals living on the earth, and millions more have lived here in the past. Where did they all come from? Why have some become extinct and others lived on?
What lived on Earth before us, who is still with us, and what prompts evolutionary change? In this remarkable picture book, Steve Jenkins uses his signature eye-popping art to answer these questions and explore the fascinating history of life on earth and the awe-inspiring story of evolution.
There are millions of different kinds of plants and animals living on the earth, and millions more have lived here in the past. Where did they all come from? Why have some become extinct and others lived on?
What lived on Earth before us, who is still with us, and what prompts evolutionary change? In this remarkable picture book, Steve Jenkins uses his signature eye-popping art to answer these questions and explore the fascinating history of life on earth and the awe-inspiring story of evolution.
About the author
Steve JenkinsAuthor
Steve Jenkins wrote and illustrated many nonfiction picture books for young readers, including the Caldecott Honor Book What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? His books have been called stunning, eye-popping, inventive, gorgeous, masterful, extraordinary, playful, irresistible, compelling, engaging, accessible, glorious, and informative.
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What reviewers said
"Jenkins presents a superb introduction to evolution for younger readers...[His] explainations of science concepts are comprehensive and comprehensible, making good use of his excellent illustrations." Horn Book, Starred
Jenkinsâ trademark watercolor cutâpaper collages, a large format, and the careful use of both an oversized and small font are definite lures into this handsome exploration of the basics of evolution.
School Library Journal, Starred
Clever, eyeâcatching, and extremely effective.
Booklist, ALA, Starred Review
Grabbing the audiences attention with stunning cut and torn paper collage illustrations, Jenkins illuminates another corner of the science world in this cogent introduction to evolution.
Publishers Weekly, Starred
âLife on Earth taps into childrenâs sense of wonder about the world, which is the great starting point for scientific exploration.â The New York Times Book Review
âIntricate paper collages of animals and plants set against fields of clean white illustrate this condensed account of the earthâs history.â Riverbank Review
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