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Pub. Date
2005
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128 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
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Examines the life and work of this groundbreaking scientist, best known for establishing the nuclear model of the atom in 1911, and the first person to break up the nucleus of an atom, and is thus recognized as the father of nuclear science.
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Lexile measure
770L
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English
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"Teachers of future theoretical physicist and Nobel Prize recipient Albert Einstein thought he would amount to nothing. "Everybody is a genius," he said. "But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing that it is stupid." Einstein noted that creativity and deep-thinking were humans' most powerful tools. He is responsible for the general theory of relativity and so much more. This title includes primary sources,...
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Lexile measure
840L
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English
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"Regarded as the most influential scientist of all time, Isaac Newton made amazing strides in both physics and mathematics. From formulating the laws of motion and universal gravitation to building the first reflecting telescope, Newton was the scientific revolutionist of his time. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more." -- From publisher's website.
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810L
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English
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Two-time Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie accomplished amazing things in both chemistry and physics. This once Polish girl overcame all odds to be one of the most well-respected women in science. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key...
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Temple Grandin is a modern hero to many people for her work in animal science and autism. She is an advocate for animal rights and for autistic persons, as well as an essayist, author, and more. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of...
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880L
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English
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"American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison influenced the world. His most notable achievements, the motion picture camera and the light bulb, are used millions of times each day. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more." -- From publisher's website.
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English
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Benjamin Banneker. Readers will learn about Banneker's early life, personal life, and all about his contributions to science, surveying, the Farmers' Almanac, and for his campaign against slavery.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table...
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English
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Charles Darwin. Readers will learn about Darwin's early life, personal life, and all about his contributions to science, natural selection, evolution, and common descent.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table of contents Great Minds...
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English
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Charles Drew. Readers will learn about Drew's early life, personal life, and all about his contributions to science, blood banking, and blood transfusions.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table of contents Great Minds of Science tells...
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English
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Jane Goodall. Readers will learn about Goodall's early life, personal life, and all about her contributions to science, the study of chimpanzees, conservation, and both human and animal welfare.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table...
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English
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Sylvia Earle. Readers will learn about Earle's early life, personal life, and all about her contributions to science, marine biology, and conversation.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table of contents Great Minds of Science tells the...