Science and Me
Inspired by the Discoveries of Nobel Prize Laureates in Physics, Chemistry and Medicine
Discover some of the inspirational men and women who have received Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry and Medicine from 1901 to the present day, among them Marie Curie, Hermann Joseph Muller, and Donna Strickland.
A glimpse into the often surprising lives and sometimes accidental discoveries of a group of extraordinary scientists, this fascinating collection shows that the science you learn at school really can change the world.
“Winter and El Fathi give a satisfying flavor of the work that guided scientific and moral compasses, while highlighting aspects of the scientists’ personal histories”—The New York Times, 5 Picture Books About the Wonders of Science
“Rich material for readers seeking scientific role models who made differences both in and beyond the lab”—Kirkus Reviews
“This beautifully presented book invites young readers to consider the values of science and how it carries the potential to change the world for the better”—Mat Tobin, Senior Lecturer in Education
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-911373-71-1
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$14.24 |
| Interest Level | Grade 4 - Grade 6 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 5 |
| Genre | Picture Books, Science |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Narrative Nonfiction, STEM, STEM: Interdisciplinary |
| Copyright | 2021 |
| Publisher | Lantana Publishing |
| Imprint | Lantana Publishing |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 40 |
| Publication Date | 2021-03-02 |
Author: Ali Winter
Ali Winter, author of Amnesty International-endorsed Peace and Me, is an experienced anthologist and nonfiction writer who has published internationally and is passionate about seeking out lesser-told stories from around the world.
Illustrator: Mickaël El Fathi
Mickaël El Fathi is an acclaimed French-Moroccan children’s book illustrator. A former computer graphic designer and 3-D director, he now lives in France and helps children travel the world through his illustrations.
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Science and Me
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Reviews
Booklist
“This eclectic collective biography of Nobel laureates in physics, chemistry, and medicine is an excellent example of how a little creativity can turn a science lesson into something more memorable.”—Booklist
The New York Times Book Review
" . . . Winter and El Fathi give a satisfying flavor of the work that guided scientific and moral compasses, while highlighting aspects of the scientists’ personal histories."—The New York Times Book Review
Kirkus Reviews
“Rich material for readers seeking scientific role models who made differences both in and beyond the lab.”—Kirkus Reviews