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Turner discovered new species; contributed several of the early anatomical studies of crayfish and bird brains; developed new methodologies, several of which are still used; clarified several behavioral and methodological issues in tropisms, memory, and behavioral ecology; and was the first to provide experimental evidence that certain insects can hear airborne sounds. He accomplished much of his scientific work when he was a high school biology teacher, and several of the 27 papers assembled here focus on his devotion to civil rights and conviction that education was the key to equality. The biographical section includes obituaries and remembrances by family and colleagues. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
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.
Focusses on Charles Henry Turner and his study of insects and their behavior
Memoirs of Black Entomologists: Reflections on Childhood, University, and Career Experiences brings together 20 black entomologists from the U.S. and around the world to share the stories of what drew them to the field, along with advice for black and minority students looking for a rewarding career in the entomological sciences.
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Presents biographical details of 391 eponyms and names in the field, along with the context and relevance of their contributions.
This book provides an interdisciplinary look at racism and science, investigating the biological and social realities of individual and group differences. The contributors examine race and racial distinctions, environmental versus genetic contributions to IQ and to cognitive skill level, the impact of biocultural interactions on behavior, and the problems of achieving an objective appraisal of inter- and intragroup differences in humans. They also consider a possible model for cultural and biological evolution, recommending a careful selection of models and methods of approach for sciences concerned with the study of man. The book includes recent findings in the area of race and IQ, documents instances of racism and classism, and analyzes factors underlying these phenomena.
"The Turner Twins" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a story about the adventures of identical twins, Tom and Ted Turner. While they may look alike, their personalities couldn't be more different. Tom Turner is the responsible, diligent twin, while Ted is carefree and mischievous. This contrast in their characters leads to a series of comedic and heartwarming situations as they navigate their way through school life, friendships, and various challenges. Set in a boarding school, the novel provides a glimpse into the twins' relationships with classmates and teachers. It showcases their individual struggles and personal growth as they encounter important life lessons along the way. The story revolves ...
Becoming a Dragonflycovers each stage in a dragonfly's metamorphosis from a tiny egg to an adult. Carefully chosen photographs accompany the copy, so readers can see and understand a dragonfly's amazing transformation clearly.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.