Leonardo da Vinci tells the story of this key scientific and artistic figure - covering his origins as the son of a notary through his life in the workshops of Florence, to exploring his extraordinary achievements in painting, architecture, engineering and science. Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world's great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important.Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.