Who Was Albert Einstein? (Paperback)

~ Jess Brallier (Author), Robert Andrew Parker (Illustrator) "Albert Einstein made his entrance into the world on March 14, 1879, in Ulm, Germany..." (more)
Key Phrases: Albert Einstein, United States, Hans Albert (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-5-This biography describes Einstein's early struggle to harness and focus his extraordinary abilities; his relationships with his family and first wife; and, lending depth to the story, his most significant scientific discoveries. Brallier does an adequate job of presenting the facts and injects touches of humor into his text. He also discusses Einstein's exile from Germany in the early 1930s and his political views and activities, including the irony that the man who strove for a world without war helped to create the atomic bomb. There are several full-page sidebars, including one on "The Magnetic Earth" and another on "Hitler and the Nazis," and two time lines that contrast world events with those of the scientist's life. Black-and-white cartoon illustrations do little to enhance the text.
Carol Fazioli, formerly at The Brearley School, New York City
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Description

Everyone has heard of Albert Einstein-but what exactly did he do? How much do kids really know about Albert Einstein besides the funny hair and genius label? For instance, do they know that he was expelled from school as a kid? Finally, here's the story of Albert Einstein's life, told in a fun, engaging way that clearly explores the world he lived in and changed.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap (February 18, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0448424967
• ISBN-13: 978-0448424965
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #31,975 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Genius of All Time, June 24, 2008

A Kid's Review

Jess Brallier did a terrific job presenting facts about Albert Einstein. The book included every single detail about Einstein's marvelous life. It will surely intrigue readers.

For me reading about someone special like Einstein is a prize because you get to learn about someone's remarkable life and at the same time explore another world.

Einstein's biography will inspire readers because of his lifelong lesson-to keep on learning and never give up!
Albert Einstein is my role model. He was a hardworking and a kind person who donated so much to the world.

I recommend this book to people who are interested in Albert Einstein and those who want to change the world!

by Emily P. (soon to be in grade 4)

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Full of Information!, May 15, 2007

By	Jane M.N. "The History-Buff Drummer" (Liverpool, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

I thought Who Was Albert Einstein? was a great book. Hats off to Jess Brallier! I have read this book two or three times, which is rare for me, since I do not like to re-read things, so that must tell you how good this book is! I learned a lot of things like he was born on March 14, 1879, he had two wives, he wasn't the best father (in his own words), his brain is floating around in a jar today, 52 years after his death, and many more interesting things! You should read this book, and I would even recommend it to adults!!!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful series, May 12, 2007

By	Kirsten Terborg - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book contains many facts about Albert Einstein that may be new to you. Although I have several books about this man, this remains my favorite. In fact when a student's father accidentally spilled his coffee on it, I knew I had to get a new one for the classroom library.