Giants of Science - Albert Einstein [Hardcover]

Fiona MacDonald (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Giants of Science

Inspiring stories of scientific pioneers and their successes and failures along the path of scientific discovery spark interest among readers. Each of these books include:

• Glossary
• For More Information section
• Index

(20020401)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-10-These series entries provide concise, accurate information on the personal and professional lives of their subjects. Einstein covers the scientist's theories as well as his childhood and education, his first wife's contributions to his work, his pacifist stances during World War I and part of World War II, his involvement in Zionism, and his naturalization as a U.S. citizen. In Edison, readers learn about this man's early years, his struggles with formal schooling, his 1093 applications for patents during his career, his improvements of the telephone and phonograph, the invention of the light bulb, and much more. Both titles place the scientists' accomplishments in context of world events and note how their achievements influenced our culture. Descriptive subheadings divide the texts into short, easily digestible sections of no more than a page in length. Clear, relevant, black-and-white and full-color photographs and reproductions with captions provide additional information. The books were originally published in Great Britain, in 1992 and 1991 respectively.
Michael McCullough, Byron-Bergen Middle School, Bergen, NY
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist

Reviewed with Beverly Birch's Marie Curie.

Gr. 5-7. Each book in the Giants of Science series presents the life and work of a famous scientist, social scientist, or inventor. The illustrations, many in color, include period photographs, drawings, and paintings, as well as artifacts and documents. Though fairly short, the discussions are coherent and well organized. In Marie Curie , readers will learn of the scientist's youth, her struggles to obtain a university education, her marriage and family, her research into radioactivity, and her worldwide recognition. Albert Einstein describes the physicist's childhood, education, revolutionary theories, personal life, political outlook, and international awards. Each book ends with a discussion of the scientist's legacy, a chronology, a glossary, and a brief list of resources. Standard fare for libraries seeking supplementary material for biography collections. Check the Series Roundup in this issue for additional titles. Carolyn Phelan
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Blackbirch Press; 1 edition (August 24, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567113303
• ISBN-13: 978-1567113303
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.5 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,983,990 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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