Finding Wonders by Jeannine Atkins
Agorgeously written biographical novel in verse of three different girls in three different time periods who grew up to become groundbreaking scientists.
* “Vividly imagines the lives of three girls who grew up to become famous for their achievements in science. . . Atkins has a knack for turning a phrase. . . . Science is woven through the narratives, but within the fabric of the characters’ daily lives and family struggles. . . . each of these three perceptive portrayals is original and memorable.” * Booklist, starred review *
“Evocative and beautiful. Highly recommended for fans of poetry about the natural world and the lives of real people.” * School Library Journal *
* “Distinguished for both content and elegance. . . . Readers are lured in by strong openings and vivid storytelling. . . . With each chaptered poem a gem in its own right, this collection will appeal to poetry lovers as well as awakening scientists.” * BCCB, starred review *
“Atkins guides readers through the themes that connect the women’s scientific quests, from a boundary-pushing desire for knowledge . . . to the satisfaction they find in their work.” * Horn Book *
“Inspirational and informative, Atkins shows how pursuing one’s passion for science, math, or any field considered nontraditional is worth the risk.” * Kirkus Reviews *
“Evocative and beautiful. Highly recommended for fans of poetry about the natural world and the lives of real people.” * School Library Journal *
* “Distinguished for both content and elegance. . . . Readers are lured in by strong openings and vivid storytelling. . . . With each chaptered poem a gem in its own right, this collection will appeal to poetry lovers as well as awakening scientists.” * BCCB, starred review *
“Atkins guides readers through the themes that connect the women’s scientific quests, from a boundary-pushing desire for knowledge . . . to the satisfaction they find in their work.” * Horn Book *
“Inspirational and informative, Atkins shows how pursuing one’s passion for science, math, or any field considered nontraditional is worth the risk.” * Kirkus Reviews *
Jeannine Atkins is the author of several books for young readers about courageous women, including Finding Wonders: Three Girls Who Changed Science, Grasping Mysteries: Girls Who Loved Math, Stone Mirrors: The Sculpture and Silence of Edmonia Lewis, and Borrowed Names: Poems about Laura Ingalls Wilder, Madam C.J. Walker, Marie Curie, and Their Daughters. She also wrote memoir-in-verse Knocking on Windows. Jeannine teaches writing for children and young adults at Simmons University. She lives in western Massachusetts. Visit her at JeannineAtkins.com.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781481465663 |
| ISBN 10 | 148146566X |
| Title | Finding Wonders |
| Author | Jeannine Atkins |
| Series | Girls Who Love Science |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster |
| Year published | 2017-11-02 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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