By Lisa Jane Gillespie (author) , Yukai Du (illustrator)
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Covering ten important general areas of scientific study including space, wheels, light, medicine, energy and life, this handsome information book shows how ideas have developed over the centuries, new discoveries adding to what has gone before to lead us to where we are today. It’s a fascinating concept, and a great deal of information is conveyed via the clear, concise passages of text and stylish cartoon illustrations.
The book is perfect for browsing and will appeal to readers of a wide age range. ~ Andrea Reece
Plunge into the world of science and learn about humankind's ten most important discoveries, including stars, wheels, numbers, light, medicine, sound, atoms, materials, energy and life. See how early scientific observations made by ancient civilizations went on to shape our world today, and learn how technology evolved over time in ten breakthrough moments for each of the ten key discoveries.
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From the invention of the wheel, which was adapted over thousands of years to power the powerful modern engines of the modern age, learn how simple steps in science led to giant leaps for mankind.
Lisa Jane Gillespie studied science for many years before editing all sorts of children's books. She's combined her love and talent to pen Science 100: 10 Key Discoveries x 10 Revolutionary Steps
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed 100 Steps for Science Why it Works and How it Happened and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-8 years old
100 Steps for Science Why it Works and How it Happened features in the following genres: General Knowledge & Trivia, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, Science, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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100 Steps for Science Why it Works and How it Happened was written by Lisa Jane Gillespie and published by Wide Eyed Editions
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