The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just

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Product Details
Price
$19.99  $18.59
Publisher
Millbrook Press (Tm)
Publish Date
Pages
40
Dimensions
9.5 X 11.0 X 0.3 inches | 1.0 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781512483758

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About the Author
Mélina Mangal writes picture books, biographies, and short stories that focus on connections with nature and culture. She is the author of The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just, winner of the Carter G. Woodson Award, Jayden's Impossible Garden, named One of the Best Children's Books of the Year by Bank Street Center for Children's Literature, and the sequel, Jayden's Secret Ingredient. Mélina also works as a school library media teacher in Minneapolis, spreading book love daily.

Luisa Uribe is an illustrator and designer of children's media. Her art has been selected for Iberoamérica Ilustra, a catalog showcasing the best work by Spanish-speaking illustrators. She was awarded the Society of Illustrators Dilys Evans Founder's Award for The Vast Wonder of the World. She lives in Bogotá, Colombia, with her partner and cat. You can find more of her wonderful art at www.luisauribe.com.

Reviews

"A must-purchase picture book biography of a figure sure to inspire awe and admiration among readers."--starred, School Library Journal

-- (7/26/2018 12:00:00 AM)

"[A] vivid, inspiring tribute to a noteworthy life."--Publishers Weekly

-- (10/8/2018 12:00:00 AM)

"A picture book introducing an American scientist who should be more widely known."--Booklist

-- (9/25/2018 12:00:00 AM)

"A beautiful palette of sea blues and greens, sand and coral colors surround Just in illustrations that highlight the importance of environment and family."--Kirkus Reviews

-- (8/28/2018 12:00:00 AM)