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An Engineer Like Me

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An Engineer Like Me by Dr. Shini Somara is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the world of engineering. The story follows Zara, a curious and imaginative young girl, as she learns how things work and discovers the exciting possibilities of solving everyday problems through engineering. The book encourages curiosity and problem-solving in a fun and engaging way, appealing to both children and parents alike.
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking to inspire children with the possibilities of engineering through an engaging, creative story. It introduces young readers to the wonders of science and engineering, fostering curiosity and encouraging them to dream big and explore their potential.

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An Engineer Like Me

Discover how planes stay up in the air and roller coasters do loop-the-loops in this brilliant picture book designed to unlock a love of engineering - written by engineer and TV presenter Dr Shini Somara.

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Inventive illustrations and an empowering story combine to introduce young readers to the world of engineering, creative thinking, and problem-solving.

Zara is curious about everything! Travelling around the city with her gran, she sees all kinds of fascinating things. How do roller coasters do loop-the-loops? How do planes stay up? As she marvels about how they work, Zara learns about some of the brilliant engineers who have shaped the world around her. Soon she can't wait to start creating her own amazing inventions and become an engineer too!

With pages encouraging kids to try out their very own engineering experiments, such as constructing the perfect paper aeroplane and safely dropping an egg from a height, this brilliant picture book written by engineer and TV presenter Dr Shini Somara unlocks a love of engineering and celebrates women in STEM.

An Engineer Like Me is the first book in an exciting new series. Still to come:

  • A Scientist Like Me
  • A Coder Like Me
  • A Mathematician Like Me

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526362018

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wren & Rook

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Nadja Sarell

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 221g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Shini Somara (Author)

Mechanical engineer Dr Shini Somara loves to introduce scientific concepts to broader audiences. She has fronted science programming on the BBC, Al Jazeera America, Sky, Discovery and The Science Channel.

Shini is an advocate for STEM education, encouraging women and girls in particular to empower themselves by studying these subjects.

Nadja Sarell (Illustrator)

Nadja is a freelance illustrator from Helsinki, Finland. She graduated in 2004 from North Wales School of Art and Design with a BA (1st class Hons) in Illustration for Children's Publishing.

She loves to illustrate children's picture books and chapter books as well as stationery. Nadja also teaches art, dance and narrative illustration to both children and adults.

Nadja lives in a colourful home with her family, a peaceful 15-minute walk through a forest to her studio.

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