There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe

Name: There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781492680772
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By Chris Ferrie

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In There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe, Chris Ferrie presents a whimsical tale where a giant black hole ominously consumes everything in its path—from the smallest atoms to vast galaxies. The story unfolds in a rhythmic, cumulative narrative, introducing young readers to fascinating cosmic elements while blending educational content with engaging storytelling. This colourful journey through space captures the wonder of the universe in a playful and educative manner, perfect for sparking a child's curiosity in science.
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Spark creative conversations about celestial beings with this clever parody from the #1 science author for kids! Spark your child's imagination through science and learning with this captivating astronomy book for toddlers. When it comes to kids books about black holes nothing else can compare to this clever science parody from the #1 science author for kids, Chris Ferrie! PLUS, use a black light to reveal secret, invisible text and artwork that reverses the story from nothing to the scientific creation of everything! Using the familiar rhythm of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly," follow along as the black hole swallows up the universe and everything that exists in it, from the biggest to the smallest pieces of matter. The silly, vibrant artwork is sure to make stargazers of all ages smile and start a love of science in your baby. There was a black hole that swallowed the universe. I don't know why it swallowed the universe-oh well, it couldn't get worse. There was a black hole that swallowed a galaxy. It left quite a cavity after swallowing that galaxy. It swallowed the galaxies that filled universe. I don't know why it swallowed the universe-oh well, it couldn't get worse.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492680772

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore

Contributors:

Illustrated by Susan Batori
Illustrated by Susan Batori

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 265.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 410g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Chris Ferrie Penguin Books

About the Author

CHRIS FERRIE is an award-winning physicist and is the senior lecturer for Quantum Software and Information at the University of Technology Sydney. He has a Masters in Applied Mathematics, BMath in Mathematical Physics and a PhD in Applied Mathematics. He lives in Australia with his wife and children. He believes it is never too early to introduce small children to big ideas.

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