The Vast Wonder of the World

The Vast World of Wonder was an incredible story of a less well-known scientist. This man's story needs to spread far and wide. I loved the story of his journey and felt it needed to be shared immediately. I can't wait to have this book in my classroom and the science classrooms in our building.

This great title will be posted on the Authors for Earth Day Facebook page as November's Ecobook of the Month with the following summary:

In order to appreciate the complexity of nature, we must understand that everything is interconnected and that all living things play a role, no matter how small. This picture book biography celebrates the life of biologist Ernest Everett Just who was one of the first scientist to study marine life at the microscopic level. “He saw the whole, where others saw only parts. He noticed details other failed to see.” His story is told in simple but lovely prose and accompanied by illustrations that truly capture Dr. Just’s appreciation of the natural world. Highly recommended for budding scientists, social activists and environmentalists.

Ernest Everett Just was an African American pioneer in the field of microbiology. The book highlights how Ernest's childhood fascination with marine life inspired him to go to school, make new discoveries, and overcome obstacles. Ernest was fascinated with cells in marine life and how the different parts of a cell work together. The book also includes additional information about his life and a timeline at the back of the book. It is a great picture book to use with an upper elementary or middle school science class.

Truly gorgeous artwork by Luisa Uribe illustrates this inspiring life story of biologist Ernest Everett Just. All biographies should be this lovely. I envy the students using this book to inform their reports and open the world of possibilities to them!