Dinosaur Lady
The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist
$32.40
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
7 July 2020
Summary
Did you know a woman scientist discovered the first dinosaur bones? Learn all about how she changed the world in this new picture book biography!
A beautifully illustrated picture book biography of Mary Anning that will enlighten children about the discovery of the dinosaurs and the importance of female scientists, perfect for fans of The Girl Who Thought in Pictures.
Mary Anning loved scouring the beach near her home in England for shells and fossils. She fearlessly …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781728209517 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 172820951X |
| Author: | Linda Skeers, Marta Álvarez Miguéns |
| Publisher: | Sourcebooks, Inc |
| Imprint: | Sourcebooks Explore |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 7 July 2020 |
| Weight: | 479g |
| Dimensions: | 261mm x 262mm x 9mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“This enjoyable introduction to a pioneering paleontologist should intrigue and inspire young readers.” - School Library Journal
”[The] illustrated timeline that references scenes in the text is an effective recap. Fossil facts and an author’s note are also included.” - The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Sure to elicit excitement and curiosity. A sturdy portrayal of Victorian scientist Mary Anning that showcases her accomplishments, intelligence, and perseverance. ” - Kirkus Reviews
“A 2020 A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year” - A Mighty Girl
“This enjoyable introduction to a pioneering paleontologist should intrigue and inspire young readers.” - School Library Journal
“Perfect in every way, this appealing biography recounts Mary Anning’s beach discoveries of the first dinosaur bones … Pretty illustrations and fantastic writing with impressive sentence variety.” - Melissa Taylor, Imagination Soup
“This appealing picture book celebrates Anning’s significant contributions to paleontology.” - Booklist
”[A] delightful illustrated biography … Uncover fossils and never-before-seen skeletons with Mary as she ventures through rough terrain, weather, and the Geological Society’s antiquated notions of gender equality, all while looking lovely in Austen era gowns and bonnets.” - Foreword
“Both the large, clear text and the simple yet effective double-page illustrations make this title perfect for even the youngest scientists, adventurers, and dinosaur-lovers” - School Library Connection
About The Author
Linda Skeers
Marta lvarez Miguens (Author)
Marta lvarez Miguens is a self-taught children’s illustrator. She was born in a small town in Galicia, Spain, and currently lives in La Coruna, Spain. She is the illustrator of Shark Lady (written by Jess Keating), which was named a 2018 Best STEM Book by the Children’s Book Council as well as a Best STEM Book by the National Science Teachers Association.
Linda Skeers (Author)
Linda Skeers is the author of several critically acclaimed children’s books. She also teaches picture book writing workshops, including sessions on writing humor for kids. She lives in Iowa.
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