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Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty, falls under the Children's Books category and follows a curious young girl named Ada as she explores the world through science. Ada is full of questions about the universe, leading her on adventures using experiments and critical thinking to seek answers. Through her journey, the book celebrates curiosity, perseverance, and the importance of asking "why."
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in fostering a curious and scientific mindset in children. It follows the adventures of a young girl with a keen interest in exploring the world around her, making it an inspiring read for budding scientists and those who appreciate inquisitive thinking.

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Ada Twist, Scientist

A story of the power of curiosity in the hands of a child on a mission to use science to understand her world

A story of the power of curiosity in the hands of a child on a mission to use science to understand her world

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Inspired by real-life makers Ada Lovelace and Marie Curie, this beloved #1 bestseller champions STEM, girl power, and women scientists in a rollicking celebration of curiosity, the power of perseverance, and the importance of asking "Why?"

Don't miss Ada's further adventures—with her friends Iggy Peck and Rosie Revere—in the instant New York Times bestseller Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters, the first all-new chapter book starring The Questioneers!

Ada Twist, Scientist's head is full of questions. Like her classmates Iggy and Rosie—stars of their own New York Times bestselling picture books Iggy Peck, Architect and Rosie Revere, Engineer—Ada has always been endlessly curious. Even when her fact-finding missions and elaborate scientific experiments don't go as planned, Ada learns the value of thinking her way through problems and continuing to stay curious.

Series: The Questioneers

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Andrea Beaty celebrates the curiosity and creativity of young girls in science through crisply rhyming text. The book is praised for sparking discussions on gender roles and scientific exploration while being both educational and entertaining. It's noted as an excellent choice for storytime and inspiring young minds interested in STEM fields.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419721373

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 September 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Illustration: full-colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Roberts
  • Illustrated by David Roberts

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 239.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Andrea Beaty is the author of many beloved children’s books, including the bestselling Questioneers series, I Love You Like Yellow, Happy Birthday, Madame Chapeau, and One Girl. She lives just outside Chicago.

David Roberts has illustrated many children’s books, including the bestselling Questioneers series. He lives in London. Andrea and David are both executive producers of the Emmy Award–winning show Ada Twist, Scientist on Netflix.

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