Books with author Kendall F Haven

Brimming with fascinating and fun facts about 100 scientific breakthroughs, this collection presents the real stories behind the history of science, at the same time offering a panoramic overview of the history of science and an introduction to some of the most important scientists in history. Grades 6 and up.Throughout history, science has changed lives and dramatically altered the way in which the universe is perceived. Focusing on the 100 most significant scientific events of all time―from Archimedes' discovery of the two fundamental principles underlying physics and engineering (levers and buoyancy) in 260 B.C.E. to human anatomy, Jupiter's moons, electrons, black holes, the human genome, and more―storyteller Kendall Haven has created a ready reference for those seeking information on science discoveries.

Brimming with fascinating and fun facts about 100 scientific breakthroughs, this collection presents the real stories behind the history of science, at the same time offering a panoramic overview of the history of science and an introduction to some of the most important scientists in history. Grades 6 and up.Throughout history, science has changed lives and dramatically altered the way in which the universe is perceived. Focusing on the 100 most significant scientific events of all time―from Archimedes' discovery of the two fundamental principles underlying physics and engineering (levers and buoyancy) in 260 B.C.E. to human anatomy, Jupiter's moons, electrons, black holes, the human genome, and more―storyteller Kendall Haven has created a ready reference for those seeking information on science discoveries.

A fascinating look at ancient Egyptian animal mummification!Ancient Egyptians didn't just mummify pharaohs--they also mummified animals, every animal you can imagine: cats, birds, insects, leopards, amphibians, bulls, and bears . . . Just why did they do it? Storyteller Kendall Haven takes middle-grade readers on a fascinating journey to ancient Egypt, where kids will see stunning, full-color photographs of all of the amazing and weird animal mummies that were an important part of ancient Egyptian work, life, religion, and play.