Great Scientists: Wangari Maathai by Ruth Percival
Wangari Maathai tells the story of this scientist and women's rights activist.
KS2 NF 333.72092
Primary Themed 330 Economics & Resources
Book Band 14 Dark Blue
Topic KS2 Environmental sustainability
 
It explores how she inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years, saving many from hunger and poverty. Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world's great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important.

Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.
 
Wayland, , age 7+
Hardback May 2025 9781526328557
paperback Nov 2025 9781526328564
257 x 196 x 9 (mm)
32 pages
 
Primary Themed 500 Science
Book Band 14 Dark Blue
Topic KS2 Environmental sustainability
LY - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 0.5