Charles Darwin's Around-the-World Adventure: A Picture Book

ISBN: 1419721208

Author: Thermes, Jennifer

Condition: Used

Complete with mesmerizing map work that charts Darwins thrilling five-year voyage, as well as Fun Facts and more, author/illustrator Jennifer Thermess picture book biography Charles Darwins Around-the-World Adventure captures the beauty and mystery of nature with wide-eyed wonder.In 1831, Charles Darwin embarked on his first voyage. Though he was a scientist by profession, he was an explorer at heart. While journeying around South America for the first time aboard a 90-foot-long ship named the Beagle, Charles collected insects, dug up bones, galloped with gauchos, encountered volcanoes and earthquakes, and even ate armadillo for breakfast! The discoveries he made during this adventure would later inspire ideas that changed how we see the world.A notable choice for both STEM curricula and family sharing. -Kirkus ReviewsA colorful, childlike presentation of Darwins eye-opening voyage of discovery. -Booklist