A fascinating picture book biography about Mary Leakey, a
paleontologist who worked long hours in the fields of
Tanzia-includes STEM activities for real-world learning! What was
the world like millions of years ago? Did early humans walk on all
fours? Did giant sloths lie in trees? Did dinosaurs have feathers?
Even as a young girl, Mary Leakey was fascinated by questions like
these! In Fossil Huntress: Mary Leakey, Paleontologist, readers
ages 5 to 8 meet Mary as a girl growing up in France and visiting
the site of archeological wonders, such as Pech Merle, Fond de
Gaume, and La Mouthe. As an adult, Mary spends much of her life
working in the field in Tanzania, making discoveries that change
the face of paleontology forever. True grit, passion, and high
standards for scientific rigor made Mary a pioneer in the field of
paleontology! * In the Picture Book Biography series, children
encounter real-life characters who are thrilled to learn and
experiment, eager to make a difference, and excited about
collaborating with crew members. * Age-appropriate vocabulary,
detailed illustrations, a timeline, simple STEM projects, such as
exploring trace fossils and drawing specimens, and a glossary all
support foundational learning for kids ages 5 to 8. * Perfect for
beginner readers or as a read aloud nonfiction picture book! About
Picture Book Biography books and Nomad Press Fossil Huntress is
part of a set of four books in the Picture Book Biography series
that introduces pioneers of science to young children and makes
career connections in different STEM fields.The other titles in
this series include Space Adventurer: Bonnie Dunbar, Astronaut;
Human Computer: Mary Jackson, Engineer; and Computer Decoder:
Dorothy Vaughan, Computer Scientist. Nomad Press books in the
Picture Book Biography series bring real-world figures to life
through fun, engaging narratives paired with dynamic, brightly
colored illustrations and quick activities that reinforce
foundational learning. Elementary-aged children are encouraged to
expand their perceptions of the roles of scientist, artist,
explorer, and innovator by meeting women, people of color, and
other minorities in the profession. Nomad's unique approach
simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing
them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers. All
books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align
with Common Core State Standards and National Curriculum Standards
for Social Studies. All titles are available in paperback,
hardcover, and ebook formats.
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