Seeds of discovery : how Barbara McClintock used corn and curiosity to solve a science mystery and win a Nobel prize Cover Image

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Seeds of discovery : how Barbara McClintock used corn and curiosity to solve a science mystery and win a Nobel prize / Lori Alexander ; art by Rebecca Santo.

Alexander, Lori, (author.). Santo, Rebecca, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"As a rare female botanist in early twentieth-century America, Barbara McClintock never let other people's notions of what was proper slow her down. When she faced doubting colleagues and unsupportive institutions, she drove across the United States, climbed through windows, and even slept in her laboratory to conduct her research. In so doing, she helped pave the way for future scientific discoveries that can cure diseases and save lives--and won a Nobel Prize in the process!" -- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780063245990
ISBN: 006324599X
Physical Description: 120 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 24 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York, NY : Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublihsers, [2025]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 112-117) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Put to the test -- Ahead of her time -- The farmer scientist -- A big discovery -- On the go -- Putting down roots -- What is she talking about? -- Science marches on -- Catching up -- An unexpected announcement -- Building on Barbara -- Alone in her field -- Time line of events -- Glossary -- Source note -- Selected bibliography -- Photo credits -- Index.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 8-12. Clarion Books. Grades 4-6. Clarion Books.