Very reminiscent of “Lab Girl” as the author brings her life & academic studies - particularly the scientific-historical aspects to bear in the trips Very reminiscent of “Lab Girl” as the author brings her life & academic studies - particularly the scientific-historical aspects to bear in the trips she takes by bicycle. The descriptions of the devastation we wrought on lakes & mountains is terrible but I like her problem solving approach to socio-political-environmental issues. I loved the descriptions of her encounters of people along the way & the sheer tenacity of biking day after day for a year. I did cringe on the number of illegal border crossings she did - that somewhat sullied the tone - if she’d been caught there would be all sorts of outrage in the western press but it was essentially stupid no matter what her rationale was. ...more
Furthering my inquiry into chemistry / radioactivity etc. I finally read Radioactive as a follow up text to "Marie Curie and her daughters" the latterFurthering my inquiry into chemistry / radioactivity etc. I finally read Radioactive as a follow up text to "Marie Curie and her daughters" the latter is much more accessible in art and text to middle schoolers than Radioactive, which I think is written for a more mature audience. The author / illustrator made some very conscious decisions on the design and typography and explained this at the end, however many times I think those choices got in the way of legibility and readability which is a pity. In particular the type-face was on the small and light side making it difficult to read particularly on some of the backgrounds where the contrast was not sufficient.
The story in itself is fascinating - underlying the idea the power of collaboration and unrelenting passion in the pursuit of knowledge. I also really liked how the author weaved in historical information both related to the time in which Marie & Pierre were working and the impact of their work up to the present day. ...more
It's always a pleasure to read such an accessible and well designed biography in a picture book format. In a short period of time you understand both It's always a pleasure to read such an accessible and well designed biography in a picture book format. In a short period of time you understand both the historical and societal context as well as the background and family dynamics of such a remarkable woman. I would recommend it for upper primary as well as for Middle school. Well laid out - interesting facts and just the right amount of information. ...more
Seeing this alongside “cells at work” I bought it thinking it was a 2nd series - it’s the PG version dealing with alcohol smoking erections stds overwSeeing this alongside “cells at work” I bought it thinking it was a 2nd series - it’s the PG version dealing with alcohol smoking erections stds overwork stress & hairloss. And it’s hilarious! Very very clever. Slated for 18+ I’d agree with other reviewers that it’s suitable for any kid post puberty and a great reminder of exactly what smoking & alcohol does to the body! ...more
Thought provoking book about seeds, combining some history, mystery and science. Mixture narrative / factual. Great resource for MYP / Middle School. Thought provoking book about seeds, combining some history, mystery and science. Mixture narrative / factual. Great resource for MYP / Middle School. Colour illustrations, pop out boxes, contents, index, glossary, timeline, sources, investigate further SDG 1 - Poverty, SDG 2- Hunger & SDG 15 - Life on Land...more
Great for kindergarten - this series explains scientific principles in very very simple language, with one few-worded sentences per page. Great for "hGreat for kindergarten - this series explains scientific principles in very very simple language, with one few-worded sentences per page. Great for "how the world works" units. Although in board book format, I'd happily use them with older students....more
#SEL #STEAM #bullying #kindness cute book about a young boy going to school for the first time and encountering the rough and tumble of bullies and th#SEL #STEAM #bullying #kindness cute book about a young boy going to school for the first time and encountering the rough and tumble of bullies and through imagination and drawing manages to resolve his fear and their hurtful ways. ...more
A great book, guaranteed to induce beetle-mania amongst your students if they're not already obsessed (I remember my son going through an insect obsesA great book, guaranteed to induce beetle-mania amongst your students if they're not already obsessed (I remember my son going through an insect obsession stage), so get ready with plenty of nonfiction beetle books! Good balance of suspense and hi-jinx, adults are kept at arms length except when necessary to further the plot. Can't wait for the next book....more
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