Great Scientists: Mary Anning

Mary Anning t ells the story of this key scientific figure - covering her origins from her first fossil finds at the age of ten to her sales of important discoveries to wealthy scientists. Mary''s fossil finds made a great contribution to what scientists understood about pre-historic life. Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world''s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important. Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.

About the author

Ruth Percival is a highly experienced editor of over ten years and has commissioned and edited award-winning books. She specialises in children's non-fiction and has written several books for young children.

Product details

• Authors: Alexandra Badiu, Ruth Percival
• Assisted by: Alexandra Badiu (Illustration)
• Publisher: Wayland
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 9
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 25.09.2025
• EAN: 9781526326584
• ISBN: 978-1-5263-2658-4
• No. of pages: 32
• Dimensions: 194 mm x 246 mm x 12 mm
• Series: Great Scientists
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Natural science, technology; JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Fossils, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Discoveries, Interest age: from c 7 years, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2 (England and Wales), Interest age: from c 6 years