Extreme Scientists: Exploring Nature's Mysteries from Perilous Places (Scientists in the Field)
If you think that being a scientist is a career for the meek, it's time to reconsider. Three contemporary scientists give insight into the potentially dangerous situations into which they regularly venture: Paul Flaherty, a hurricane tracker, studies active storms from the inside of a four-engine turboprop plane; Hazel Barton is a microbiologist who searches for extremophiles in caves, including the underwater variety; and Stephen Sillet examines organisms that live in the canopies of tall-crown trees. In addition to a description of their subjects of study, the scientists relate what first interested them in the field and outline the type of work their professions entail. Each has had close calls on the job, and all describe how experience has taught them to stay safe. This highly visual volume offers many clear photographs illustrating the subjects at work and includes additional sources of information, a glossary, source notes, and index. ©2009 Cooperative Children's Book Center
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 10-15
Age Range:
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Grades 9-12 (Age 14 and older)
Format:
Substantial Narrative Non-Fiction
Subjects:
Action/Adventure
Animals (Informational)
Science and Scientists
Weather
Publishers:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Houghton Mifflin
Publish Year: 2009
Pages: 78
ISBN: 9780618777068
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 509 Jackson