Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas
Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas

Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas

By: Cheryl Bardoe
In a quiet monastery garden, a curious friar changed science forever. Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas tells the story of the patient, meticulous monk whose experiments with pea plants laid the foundation for modern genetics, showing that the biggest discoveries can grow from the smallest seeds.
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Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas tells the true and inspiring story of the scientist whose curiosity changed the way we understand inheritance. Long before anyone knew about genes, Gregor Mendel asked a simple question: how do plants, animals, and people pass traits from one generation to the next?

Living a quiet, contemplative life as a friar, Mendel found the time and space to carry out a remarkable experiment―growing and observing generations of pea plants. By carefully tracking traits such as color and shape, he discovered the basic rules of heredity that would later form the foundation of modern genetics.

Written in clear, accessible language, this picture‑book biography introduces young readers to scientific thinking, patience, and perseverance. Jos. A. Smith’s detailed illustrations and diagrams make Mendel’s experiments easy to follow, while the narrative shows how careful observation and curiosity can lead to world‑changing discoveries.

An Orbis Pictus Honor Book, ALA‑ALSC Notable Book, IRA Notable Book, and AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books finalist, Gregor Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas includes an author’s note and bibliography, making it a valuable resource for classrooms and curious readers alike.
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  • By: Cheryl Bardoe

  • Pages: 32

  • ISBN: 9781419718403

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
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