Who Is Jane Goodall?: A Who Was? Board Book

The #1 New York Times Bestselling Who Was? series presents board book biographies of relevant and important figures, created specifically for the preschool audience!

Jane Goodall was one of the world’s most impactful, passionate scientists. Dedicating most of her life to the study of primates in Africa, Jane became a trailblazing activist and conservationist who helped us understand most of what we know about chimpanzees today. The chronology and themes of Jane Goodall's meaningful life are presented in this easy-to-read text, with just a few sentences per page. Fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike, while sturdy board pages are built for curious hands. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction to Jane Goodall’s life and work honors one of the most influential scientists of our time.

Who Was? board books bring inspiring biographies to the youngest readers in an accessible and memorable way!

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