The Tree of Life

From the first single-cell organisms to humans and beyond, this book explores evolution in ways that children can understand and visualize. Natural selection is examined in story form with enjoyable results. -California Academy of Sciences LibraryNatural selection in a nutshell: Even 4-year-olds should have no problem grasping the basic idea. -Atlanta Journal-Constitution... the book is successful in presenting the concept of evolution. ... -Science Books and FilmsMany children's stories and books have addressed the idea of biblical creation, but the number of works written to acquaint youngsters with the extraordinary and continuing process of natural evolution has been few.The Tree of Life shares the excitement and the beauty of evolution in an easy-to-read and fun manner. From the ocean's microscopic life to amphibians, reptiles, dinosaurs, insects, birds, animals, and the first humans, author Ellen Jackson celebrates the marvels of evolution in a way that encourages young children to appreciate its significance.The lavish illustrations by Judeanne Winter Wiley capture the wonders of evolution, from its first beginning to be forms to species that characterize the world as we know it.Ellen Jackson is a freelance writer and former kindergarten teacher. She has written numerous articles and books for children and currently resides in Santa Barbara.Judeanne Winter Wiley is a freelance artist from Southern California.