Claire Eamer has written numerous books for kids, including "The World in Your Lunch Box" and "Lizards in the Sky." She lives in Whitehorse, Yukon.
Sa Boothroyd is an illustrator who lives in Gibsons, British Columbia. She previously illustrated "The World in Your Lunch Box" for Annick Press.
By encouraging readers to spot the trailblazers, Eamer introduces
history's greatest scientific discoveries, such as plate tectonics,
microorganisms, and the harmful effects of pesticides. Although no
shortage of published material exists for many of the included
scientists, the author takes a novel approach by linking scientists
across cultures and time periods based on a similar focus of study.
Much of the text is dedicated to forerunners who inspired today's
better-known names, such as Sir George Cayley, whose flight
research provided the framework for the Wright brothers. A
well-rounded list of titles for further reading, a lengthy selected
bibliography, and an inclusive index are included. Boothroyd's
whimsical illustrations provide a touch of humor. This title may be
of interest to students with an appreciation for science or history
as well as those researching a specific scientist.--Meaghan
Darling, Plainsboro Public Library, NJ"School Library Journal"
(12/01/2013)
Eamer explores what it means to defy popular wisdom and become a
trailbreaker in the forest of ideas in this fun collective
biography. Detailed stories about eight scientists explain how they
endured rejection and ridicule for their work on both personal and
professional levels... Each person's process of inquiry,
experimentation, and discovery typifies the scientific method.
Squiggly cartoon illustrations provide comical sidebars in concert
with the text. The book's epilogue reinforces its thesis,
explaining common obstacles to each of the scientists and
discussing potential trailbreakers of the near future in the field
of climate change. Aside from providing interesting biographical
reading, this book is replete with life lessons for adolescents and
tweens about flouting popularity in the name of what is
right.--Erin Anderson"Booklist" (12/01/2013)
This would be a great book for science students in the junior and
intermediate grades to read when looking for an interesting
scientist to study for a science fair or class project.--Sandra
O'Brien"Canadian Children's Book News" (10/01/2013)
This new offering from science writer Claire Eamer is truly
revolutionary--and I don't use the term lightly!. . .A must have
for every library, classroom, and personal collection.--Yolanda
Ridge"yolandaridge.com" (08/21/2013)
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