The Evolution Book

by Sara Bonnett Stein

How did life begin? What makes the continents move? Are Birds really dinosaurs?

The answers to such questions can be discovered by reading the ancient messages left on the earth. Sara Stein, author of The Science Book and The Body Book , involves children, who are earth's newest inhabitants, in exploring beaches, mountains, woodlands, and swamps and unlocking the ancient secrets of the world. Scores of fascinating projects range from raising tadpoles and preserving snake skins and paw prints to making a plankton net, a plant press, and seaweed pudding. Hundreds of drawings and photographs are featured throughout. Selection of the Children's Book-of-the-Month Club. Winner of the New York Academy of Sciences Children's Science Book Award, First Prize. Suitable for ages 10-14. 73,000 copies in print.

Genres: Science, History, Nature

Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Sara Bonnett Stein wrote books for children, some on sensitive subjects, such as divorce and death. She was also involved in toy design and native plant gardening, and wrote on ecology.

Reviews

[Belle Meade School]

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[Shope · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good for Montessori educators

[Sandra Dutton · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book--I bought this ages ago. Many wonderful hands-on projects suggested.