Origin: The Story of Charles Darwin cover

Origin: The Story of Charles Darwin

Author: Leone, Bruno

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 10.7
Points 6.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 26797
Points per Word 0.000224
Page Count 160
Points per Page 0.0375

Description

This biography profiles the life and career of Charles Darwin, discussing his childhood, family, travels, and scientific discoveries and theories, and explores controversy over his work.

Quick Summary

From his bizarre beetle-collecting childhood to his legendary voyage around the world, this biography shows how a curious young man with a seasick stomach revolutionized science forever. Kids will love diving into Darwin's wild adventures, from meeting giant Galapagos tortoises to battling Victorian critics who hated his ideas about evolution. If your kid loves the mystery and discovery in "The_code _of _Life" or enjoys action-packed true stories, they'll be hooked on Darwin's incredible journey. Perfect for teens in grades 9 through 12 who are curious about science, history, or just love a good underdog story.