Buzzing with Questions
  • Published: 5 November 2019
  • ISBN: 9781629795584
  • Imprint: Astra Publishing House
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $45.00

Buzzing with Questions

The Inquisitive Mind of Charles Henry Turner

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16 Jun 2020
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5 Nov 2019
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The curiosity of the first African American entomologist Charles Henry Turner--a scientist who studied bugs--shines in this nonfiction picture book, which showcases his ideas and discoveries about ants, bees, and other insects.

The story of Charles Henry Turner, the first Black entomologist — a scientist who studies bugs — is told in this fascinating book for young readers.

Can spiders learn? How do ants find their way home? Can bugs see color? All of these questions buzzed endlessly in Charles Henry Turner’s mind. He was fascinated by plants and animals and bugs. And even when he faced racial prejudice, Turner did not stop wondering. He constantly read, researched, and experimented.  

Author Janice Harrington and artist Theodore Taylor III capture the life of this inspiring scientist and educator in this nonfiction picture book, highlighting Turner's unstoppable quest for knowledge and his passion for science. The extensive back matter includes an author's note, time line, bibliography, source notes, and archival images.
  • Published: 5 November 2019
  • ISBN: 9781629795584
  • Imprint: Astra Publishing House
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $45.00
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Praise for Buzzing with Questions

Praise for Catching a Storyfish by Janice N. Harrington:
* "Understated, fully realized, deftly written, and utterly absorbing." --School Library Journal, starred review

Praise for When the Beat Was Born illustrated by Theodore Taylor III:
"An expert biography of a hip hop and rap pioneer, and a not-to-be-missed picture-book debut by Taylor, a Washington, D.C.-based artist" --Publishers Weekly

Praise for Catching a Storyfish by Janice N. Harrington:
* "Understated, fully realized, deftly written, and utterly absorbing." --School Library Journal, starred review

Praise for When the Beat Was Born illustrated by Theodore Taylor III:
"An expert biography of a hip hop and rap pioneer, and a not-to-be-missed picture-book debut by Taylor, a Washington, D.C.-based artist" --Publishers Weekly