Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this innovative, full-colour hardback guide introduces children to world of chemistry through cleverly crosslinked, interactive mind maps.
From the periodic table to radioactivity, kids can explore key topics in chemistry by following their natural curiosity. Each topic is connected through illustrated mind maps, so readers can jump from one related topic to another, from the back of the book to the front, and discover the rich interconnected nature of the chemical world! It's the perfect way to engage curious minds as they explore chemical reactions, DNA, chemistry in space, the stories of trailblazing scientists and much more.
• Mind maps allow readers follow their chain of thought and jump to related topics on different pages
• Big new concepts are distilled into clear and easy-to-understand paragraphs
• Supports STEM learning outside of the classroom
• An exciting, interactive way for children to engage with scientific topics
Vibrantly illustrated in full-colour, this book is perfect for curious kids aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The vibrantly illustrated Mind Maps series invites children to explore the incredible interconnected nature of science through cleverly cross-linked mind maps.
Janet Bingham writes fiction and nonfiction for children. Her science background includes a degree in zoology and a long career as a technical editor specialising in chemical business information. Her nonfiction, and much of her fiction, reflects her interest in the natural world. She and her husband live in a Cambridgeshire village and are constantly delighted by the wildlife visiting the garden. Their two grown-up children have flown the nest but are often tempted back to browse the fridge and bookshelves.
Daniela Gamba is a Colombian-American illustrator based in Massachusetts. While studying at Massachusetts College of Art and Design, she discovered her love of digital illustration. With a focus on fantasy and science fiction concept art, she grew up inspired by tales of adventure and discovery and approaches her art-making with the same joy.
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