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Statistical Physics for Babies

By Chris Ferrie
Series: Baby University
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Statistical Physics for Babies by Chris Ferrie is a charming introduction to the basics of statistical physics, tailored for young children. Using simple illustrations and concepts, it takes readers on a journey to understand how tiny particles behave randomly and statistically. The book's engaging approach provides early exposure to a fundamental area of science.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking to introduce scientific concepts to young children in a simple and engaging way. It uses bright illustrations and clear language, making complex ideas accessible for babies and toddlers, and it can be a fun educational tool for parents eager to spark a love of learning in their little ones.

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Introduce your future genius to statistical physics with the Baby University board book series.

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Introduce your future genius to statistical physics with the Baby University board book series.

Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! Written by an expert, Statistical Physics for Babies is a colourfully simple introduction to the second law of thermodynamics. Babies (and grownups!) will learn all about entropy, probability, and more.

With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this instalment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it's never too early to become a scientist!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492656272

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Board book

Date Published: 02 January 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 200.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 24

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Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Chris Ferrie Education & Reference Penguin Books Science & Nature Series: Baby University

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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