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Billions of Years, Amazing Changes

The Story of Evolution

Illustrated by Steve Jenkins
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Hardcover
$17.95 US
8.88"W x 9.81"H x 0.49"D   | 21 oz | 20 per carton
On sale Oct 01, 2011 | 112 Pages | 9781590787236
Age 8-12 years | Grades 3-7
Reading Level: Lexile 1000L
This highly engaging exploration of the concept of evolution lays out the history of life on earth—what we know and how we know it.

Ever since Charles Darwin revealed his landmark ideas about evolution in 1859, new findings have confirmed, expanded, and refined his concepts. This ALSC Notable children's book brings together the pillars of evidence that support our understanding of evolution. In addition to stunning illustrations, more than fifty photographs capture natural marvels, including awe-inspiring fossils, life forms, and geological wonders. The result is a full and clear account of the monumental evidence supporting the modern view of evolution.
★ "A necessary title for most school and public libraries serving young readers."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "(This) intelligent and eye-catching book is an engaging, readable lodestone for researchers."—School Library Journal, starred review

★ "A logical, well-organized, easy to understand book about the often controversial issues between evolutionists and creationists." —Library Media Connection, starred review
Laurence Pringle has written more than one hundred books for children and teenagers, many of them award-winning science titles. Internationally, his books have sold more than three million copies. He and his family live in West Nyack, New York. Visit laurencepringle.com. View titles by Laurence Pringle
Steve Jenkins (1952-2021) received numerous awards and critical praise for his art work and innovative book design. His books have sold more than one million copies worldwide. View titles by Steve Jenkins

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This highly engaging exploration of the concept of evolution lays out the history of life on earth—what we know and how we know it.

Ever since Charles Darwin revealed his landmark ideas about evolution in 1859, new findings have confirmed, expanded, and refined his concepts. This ALSC Notable children's book brings together the pillars of evidence that support our understanding of evolution. In addition to stunning illustrations, more than fifty photographs capture natural marvels, including awe-inspiring fossils, life forms, and geological wonders. The result is a full and clear account of the monumental evidence supporting the modern view of evolution.

Praise

★ "A necessary title for most school and public libraries serving young readers."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "(This) intelligent and eye-catching book is an engaging, readable lodestone for researchers."—School Library Journal, starred review

★ "A logical, well-organized, easy to understand book about the often controversial issues between evolutionists and creationists." —Library Media Connection, starred review

Author

Laurence Pringle has written more than one hundred books for children and teenagers, many of them award-winning science titles. Internationally, his books have sold more than three million copies. He and his family live in West Nyack, New York. Visit laurencepringle.com. View titles by Laurence Pringle
Steve Jenkins (1952-2021) received numerous awards and critical praise for his art work and innovative book design. His books have sold more than one million copies worldwide. View titles by Steve Jenkins