Darwin, Sarah. Evolution: Join Us on an Exhilarating Journey from the Origins of Life to the Present Day. Olga Baumert, Illus. Addl. Creators Eva-Marie Sadowski. What on Earth, 09/2023. 64pp. Nonfiction. Trade $24.99. 978-1-912920-54-9. GRADES 4–8. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
In this inviting look at the science and history of Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, each spread focuses on a specific topic, including natural selection, how life began, fossils, dinosaurs, the evolution of humans, and other areas of the subject. Included are sidebars on “Pioneering People,” how climate affected evolution, and more. The full-color, detailed gouache artwork depicts women and people of color, maps, many plants and animals, and a timeline. It does not go into depth on any topic but is a nice overview that serves as a basis for further research. Written by Darwin’s great-great-granddaughter and another scientist, the book ends with an index, glossary, and source notes.
Penny Peck—SJSU iSchool