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This picture-book biography tells of Charles Darwin's adventures on the HMS "Beagle," featuring maps illustrating the route of his travels and his discoveries in each location.
Quick Summary
Charles Darwin sets sail on the HMS Beagle in this picture-book biography that follows his five-year voyage around the world, featuring maps that trace his route through South America, the Galapagos Islands, Australia, and other locations where he made groundbreaking observations of plants, animals, and fossils. The book explores themes of scientific thinking, curiosity about the natural world, and how a young collector's notes and specimens eventually led to revolutionary ideas about life on Earth. If your kid likes the Magic Tree House series or Who HQ biography books, they'll be drawn to this visual exploration of one of history's most influential scientists. With an AR Level 5.0 but a Lower Grades K-3 interest level, this 1,479-word picture book works well for advanced first through third graders or any child fascinated by explorers, animals, and the story behind Darwin's famous voyage.