evolution

Offers young readers a perspective into the some of the greatest civilizations in history.

"Known for his invaluable contribution to our understanding of life and evolution, Charles Darwin was a scientist who has become legend. His History Makers biography presents primary sources and historical context on his life and legacy. In this title, chapters scrutinize this man as a teacher, traveler, scientist, husband, and author, revealing the personal evolution of an enduring figure"--Amazon.com.

Explores the concept of convergent evolution, where animals that are biologically unrelated to each other develop similar or identical features and capabilities, such as tusks in walruses and elephants, shells in snails and tortoises, or wings on birds and bats.

Examines evolutionary biology, anthropology, economics, and philosophy as related to world history from the Stone Age to now. Highlights the theory that we are creatures of evolution rather than being the masters of our own destinies.

Tells how tiny mammals survived and morphed into lots of new Earthlings.

Provides a comprehensive, in-depth look at evolutionary biology.

An account of the discoveries of the remains of early man and a reconstruction of his life as it must have been.

Bill explores Darwin, genes and DNA. Learn the similarities shared by all living things and ponder the possibility that birds evolved from dinosaurs. Features comedy, interviews with scientists and hands-on experiments.

When a young, courageous teacher dares to introduce his students to Darwin's Theory of Evolution, his small Bible-belt town won't stand for it!. Based on the play by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee.

A documentary television mini-series on evolutionary science and its effect on our lives and on our planet.