Secrets of the Sea: The Story of Jeanne Power, Revolutionary Marine Scientist

The curiosity, drive, and perseverance of the nineteenth-century woman scientist who pioneered the use of aquariums to study ocean life are celebrated in this gorgeous, empowering picture book.

How did a nineteenth-century dressmaker revolutionize science? Jeanne Power was creative: she wanted to learn about the creatures that swim beneath the ocean waves, so she built glass tanks and changed the way we study underwater life forever. Jeanne Power was groundbreaking: she solved mysteries of sea animals and published her findings at a time when few of women's contributions to science were acknowledged. Jeanne Power was persistent: when records of her research were lost, she set to work repeating her studies. And when men tried to take credit for her achievements, she stood firm and insisted on the recognition due to her.

Jeanne Power was inspiring, and the legacy of this pioneering marine scientist lives on in every aquarium.

Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 03/09/2021
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 10.50h x 9.20w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780358244325
Age: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.9
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 516392 / Secrets of the Sea: The Story of Jeanne Power, Revolutionary Marine Scientist


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 02/01/2021
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2021
Booklist 03/01/2021 pg. 48
School Library Journal 03/01/2021 pg. 112

About the Author

Evan Griffith is a writer and former children's book editor who lives in Austin, Texas, with a mischievous tuxedo cat. www.evangriffithbooks.com, Twitter: @Evan_Griffith.

Joanie Stone has worked in animation as well as in children's books. She lives in Virginia, with her family. www.joaniestone.com, Instagram: @joaniestoneart.