Nibbling on Einstein's Brain - The Good, the Bad & the Bogus in Science

Informationen zum Autor Diane Swanson is the award-winning author of more than 70 factual books for children! including "Turn It Loose: The Scientist in Absolutely Everybody." She lives in Victoria! BC. Francis Blake is an illustrator whose work has appeared in magazines! books and advertising campaigns in North America! Europe and the Far East. He lives in London! England. Klappentext Science affects every part of our lives. It can determine the foods we eat! the clothes we wear -- even the video games we play. But how do you tell the good science from the bad? Bite into Nibbling on Einstein's Brain and learn some winning strategies for sorting the good from the misleading in science. Through playful scenarios and fascinating real-world examples! each chapter encourages critical thinking. You'll find tips for spotting bad science! ideas for identifying reports that misrepresent facts and ways to keep your own brain from muddling the science news you receive. Bursting with "Baloney Buster" information! quick "Your Turn" activities and playful new illustrations! this brightly redesigned edition offers a fun approach to becoming a sharp-minded watchdog of reliable science.

Product details

• Authors: Diane Swanson, Diane/ Blake Swanson
• Assisted by: Francis Blake (Illustration)
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 8 to 9
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.02.2009
• EAN: 9781554511860
• ISBN: 978-1-55451-186-0
• Dimensions: 185 mm x 240 mm x 10 mm
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Children's books up to 11 years of age