By Lisa Rajan (author) , Alessia Trunfio (illustrator) Part of the Collins Big Cat series
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This exciting title in the Tara Binns mini- series is written by Lisa Rajan. Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
When Tara Binns opens up her dressing up box something exciting happens ... Tara Binns finds herself in a science lab - and she's one of the scientists! The team are working against the clock to complete and submit research for a competition that will, if they win, allow them to remain open.
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But where has the lead scientist disappeared to, and will they be able to complete the experiment in time without her?
Lisa Rajan writes children’s books that raise aspiration, promote ambition and challenge gender stereotypes. She is the author of the Collins Big Cat Tara Binns titles, which introduce a range of STEM careers to a primary school audience through exciting adventure stories.
A scientist herself, Lisa has a BSc in Biotechnology and an MSc in Science Communication from Imperial College, London. She has worked in scientific research, scientific publishing and medical copywriting. She was an elected member on Southwark Council from 2002 to 2016, and was political lead for Environment and for Children’s Services between 2006 and 2010.
She is married with three children and lives in south London. In her spare time, she runs marathons dressed as Wonder Woman.
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When Tara Binns opens up her dressing up box something exciting happens ... Tara Binns finds herself in a science lab - and she's one of the scientists!
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Tara Binns: Bright-spark Scientist (Band 15/Emerald) and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Tara Binns: Bright-spark Scientist (Band 15/Emerald) features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Reading Scheme, Educational: First / native language: Reading and writing skills, Grammar, Spelling & Literature, Educational: Language, literature and literacy, Educational material, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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Tara Binns: Bright-spark Scientist (Band 15/Emerald) was written by Lisa Rajan and published by Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Tara Binns: Bright-spark Scientist (Band 15/Emerald) has 48 pages
Yes it is part of Collins Big Cat series
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