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The Element in the Room

Investigating the Atomic Ingredients that Make Up Your Home
By Mike Barfield
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The Element in the Room by Mike Barfield is a delightful introduction to the elements for young readers, blending science with fun. The book invites children to explore the periodic table through engaging illustrations, informative facts, and interactive activities. It presents complex scientific concepts in an accessible and entertaining manner, making it both educational and enjoyable for curious minds.
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Format: Hardback
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This book may appeal to you if you're captivated by the wonders of science and love a good laugh. It's packed with quirky facts and fun experiments that make learning about the periodic table an exciting adventure. Perfect for curious minds who enjoy blending education with entertainment.

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The Element in the Room

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS 2019 - BEST BOOK WITH FACTS

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS 2019 - BEST BOOK WITH FACTS

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY YOUNG PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE 2019.

LONGLISTED FOR THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS 2020

Did you know that without the 'lead' in your pencil, there would be no life on Earth? Just about everything in the universe is made from only 92 elements - and from aluminium to zinc, many of them are hiding in your very own home!

Packed with Lauren Humphrey's quirky illustrations and written by the multi-talented Mike Barfield, this unique introduction to the elements in the periodic table will excite all young readers as they help Sherlock Ohms solve the mystery of how absolutely everything came to exist!

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The Element in the Room is highly praised as an engaging introduction to physics for children. It receives acclaim for making complex scientific concepts accessible and entertaining, effectively sparking curiosity in young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786271778

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 September 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lauren Humphrey

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Laurence King Publishing Mike Barfield Science & Nature

About the Author

Mike Barfield is a comic writer, cartoonist, poet and performer. He has worked in TV, radio, books and magazines as well as schools, libraries and museums.

Illustrator Marianna Madriz's clients include Creative Review, House of Illustration and The Eighty-Eight Journal. Originally from Venezuela, she currently lives in London.

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