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Life on Earth: The Story of Evolution Hardback - 2002

by Steve Jenkins

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There are millions of different kinds of plants and animals living on the earth. Many millions more lived here in the past. Where did they all come from? Why have some become extinct and others lived on?In this remarkable book for children, Steve Jenkins explores the fascinating history of life on earth and the awe-inspiring story of evolution, Charles Darwin’s great contribution to modern science.

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There are millions of different kinds of plants and animals living on the earth. Many millions more lived here in the past. Where did they all come from? Why have some become extinct and others lived on?

In this remarkable book for children, Steve Jenkins explores the fascinating history of life on earth and the awe-inspiring story of evolution, Charles Darwin’s great contribution to modern science.

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There are millions of different kinds of plants and animals living on the earth. Many millions more lived here in the past. Where did they all come from? Why have some become extinct and others lived on?

In this remarkable book for children, Steve Jenkins explores the fascinating history of life on earth and the awe-inspiring story of evolution, Charles Darwin's great contribution to modern science.

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  • Title Life on Earth: The Story of Evolution
  • Author Steve Jenkins
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition None
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Houghton Mifflin, Wilmington, Massachusetts, U.S.A
  • Publication date October 28, 2002
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780618164769 / 0618164766
  • Weight 1.13 lbs (0.51 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.58 x 9.4 x 0.42 in (29.41 x 23.88 x 1.07 cm)
  • Age range 08 to 12 years
  • Grade levels 3 - 7
  • Reading level 880
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Science
  • Library of Congress subjects Evolution, Evolution (Biology)
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2002000472
  • Dewey Decimal Code 576.8

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"Jenkins presents a superb introduction to evolution for younger readers...[His] explainations of science concepts are comprehensive and comprehensible, making good use of his excellent illustrations." Horn Book, Starred

Jenkins’ trademark watercolor cut–paper collages, a large format, and the careful use of both an oversized and small font are definite lures into this handsome exploration of the basics of evolution.
School Library Journal, Starred

Clever, eye–catching, and extremely effective.
Booklist, ALA, Starred Review

Grabbing the audiences attention with stunning cut and torn paper collage illustrations, Jenkins illuminates another corner of the science world in this cogent introduction to evolution.
Publishers Weekly, Starred

“Life on Earth taps into children’s sense of wonder about the world, which is the great starting point for scientific exploration.” The New York Times Book Review

“Intricate paper collages of animals and plants set against fields of clean white illustrate this condensed account of the earth’s history.” Riverbank Review

“Factual and fascinating, this one belongs in every library.” Kirkus Reviews

“Jenkins and page combine two high-interest topics in a format that works at several levels due to the increasing complexity of the text.” Book Links, ALA
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