Jane Goodall (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)

By: Barbara Kramer, National Geographic Kids

Published by Random House, 2026-03-03

Get to know famous primate scientist Jane Goodall—including her life with chimpanzees, her groundbreaking contributions to animal science, and beyond—in this charming Level 1 reader perfect for kids beginning to read on their own. Nowadays, we know chimps use tools to help them eat and that, like humans, they can feel emotions, like sadness, happiness, and fear. But this wasn’t always the case! What we know about chimpanzees changed dramatically when Jane Goodall started studying these animals in 1960. Full of beautiful National Geographic photography and decodable text reviewed by educational experts, this Level 1 reader is perfect for kids who are starting to read on their own. A glossary of key terms and a hands-on activity reinforce new vocabulary and concepts introduced throughout the book.