Explore Our Famous Scientists Mini Book!

Building strong nonfiction reading skills helps students learn to gather information, analyze ideas, and connect texts to real-world concepts. Famous Scientists Mini Book introduces students to the work of prominent scientists while strengthening their comprehension and constructed-response writing skills. With our Famous Scientists Mini Book, your students will learn about the discoveries, observational methods, and history of scientific observation while developing a broader understanding of how scientists study the natural world.

In this booklet, students will learn about the following expert observers and scientists: 

•     Jane Goodall, 
•     Charles Darwin, 
•     Rachel Carson, 
•     Thomas Edison, 
•     John James Audubon, 
•     Maria Merian 

Six Reading Passages on Famous Scientists in History

Bring science and reading together with our Famous Scientists mini book, which helps students learn about prominent figures whose observations and discoveries have transformed our understanding of the world.

Included in this download:

• 4-page printable booklet
• Answer key

Download Your Famous Scientists Booklet Today!

Need to customise your Famous Scientists Booklet before assigning it to students? Simply click the dropdown arrow on the download button and choose between the printable PDF and editable Google Slides formats. 

This resource was created by Kristy O’Connell, a teacher in New York and Teach Starter collaborator.

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