Bibliograph

How to build a human, in seven evolutionary steps, Pamela S. Turner ; art by John Gurche

Type

Label

How to build a human, in seven evolutionary steps, Pamela S. Turner ; art by John Gurche

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 153-162) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

Ages 10+, Charlesbridge

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How to build a human

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1224041957

resource.readingGradeLevel

Grades 5-6

Responsibility statement

Pamela S. Turner ; art by John Gurche

Sub title

in seven evolutionary steps

Summary

"A celebrated science writer draws upon the most recent discoveries in paleoarchaeology and evolutionary biology to present the seven most important steps leading to Homo sapiens"--, Provided by publisherThe epic story of our evolution in seven big steps! How did we become who we are? With trademark wit, acclaimed science writer Pamela S. Turner breaks down human evolution into the seven most important steps leading to Homo sapiens. How, when, and why did we. This fascinating, wickedly funny account of our evolutionary journey turns science into an irresistible story. Vetted by experts at the Smithsonian’s Human Origins Program, the book also features incredibly detailed portraits by celebrated paleo-artist John Gurche that bring our early ancestors to life. -- Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Forward / by Dr. Habiba Chirchir -- Introduction -- How we started -- Step 1: We stand up -- Step 2: We smash rocks -- Step 3: We get swelled heads -- Step 4: We take a hike -- Step 5: We invent barbecue -- Step 6: We start talking (and never shut up) -- Step 7: We become storytellers -- Conclusion: We dominate -- Author's notes. A note on race ; More on evolution ; More about dating fossils, artifacts, and climate shifts

Target audience

juvenile

Contributor

Creator