Isaac Newton and Physics for Kids: His Life and Ideas with 21 Activities
Published Book
Chicago Review Press
January 2009
Author:
Kerrie Hollihan
Illustrator:
Laura D'Argo
Isaac Newton was as strange as he was intelligent. In a few short years, he made astounding discoveries in physics, astronomy, optics, and mathematics— yet never told a soul. Though isolated, snobbish, and jealous, he almost single-handedly changed the course of scientific advancement...
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A biography written on scientist Isaac Newton about his life and discoveries. The book restates his ideas for readers to understand them clearly, no matter the age. It also includes pictures and activities that can make it a great tool for parents and teachers in teaching students about Newton as well as demonstating some of his ideas.
Building Manhattan
Published Book
Viking Juvenile
January 2008
Author:
Laura
Illustrator:
Laura Vila
Long ago, before maps or words were used, a little island formed." This engaging picture book traces the dramatic changes that Manhattan has undergone through the centuries as animals, people, and buildings have filled it in different ways. Each spread jumps to a new era, with a sentence...
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What does it have to do with engineering?
This pictures book shows the changes Manhattan has gone through over the years. It is a great learning tool for young readers to see the changes in building and construction over time. It also provides information and important facts from each time period.