On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein
No. of pages 56
Published: 2016
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This book has been graded for interest at 7-9 years.
There are 56 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 2016 by Chronicle Books .
Jennifer Berne is the author of the acclaimed Manfish , about Jacques Cousteau. She lives in Copake, New York. Vladimir Radunsky is an award-winning illustrator. He lives in Massachusetts. VLADIMIR RADUNSKY is the author and illustrator of many beloved books for children and dogs, including The Mighty Asparagus , a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and Because . by Mikhail Baryshnikov, a New York Times bestseller. He lives in Massachusetts. www. vladimirradunsky. com
Goodreads Award: Best Picture Books
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This book features the following character:
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein (18791955) was a German-born theoretical physicist widely regarded as one of the most influential and groundbreaking scientists of the 20th century. He is best known for developing the theory of relativity, particularly the equation E = mc, which describes the relationship between energy (E), mass (m), and the speed of light (c). This equation became a foundational principle in modern physics. Major Contributions included: (I) Theory of Relativity: Special Relativity (1905): This theory revolutionized the understanding of time and space, proposing that the laws of physics are the same for all observers in uniform motion, and that the speed of light is constant, regardless of the observer's motion.(ii) General Relativity (1915): Expanding on special relativity, Einstein proposed that gravity is not a force between masses but a curvature in space-time caused by the presence of mass and energy. This theory predicted phenomena such as the bending of light by gravity, which was confirmed during a solar eclipse in 1919, catapulting Einstein to worldwide fame. (iii) Photoelectric Effect: In his paper on the photoelectric effect, Einstein showed that light can behave as both a wave and a particle (later called photons). This was a key development in quantum theory and contributed to the early foundations of quantum mechanics. (iv) Brownian Motion: Einstein's work on Brownian motion provided evidence for the existence of atoms and molecules, further advancing the field of statistical mechanics.
"By celebrating Einstein's wonderful curiosity, this book will inspire young kids to find science fascinating." -Walter Isaacson, author, Einstein: His Life and Universe
"A delightful young readers' introduction to several of Einstein's amazing ideas-and an equally valuable celebration of the advantages of being different." -Bob Berman, science author and columnist, Astronomy Magazine
"A splendid introduction to a man who never stopped questioning." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Truly amazing." - The Horn Book, starred review
"A book as special as its subject." - Booklist, starred review
"A delight for the sense... this elegant new picture book might just be that physical gift to spur on the next generation of wonderers." - Out With the Kids
"A great read about a great man." - Walking Brain Cells
"Awakens a sense of curiosity and mystery in youngsters... an invitation to children to awaken their imaginations." - Shelf Awareness for Readers
"Don't miss this book. " - Kid Lit Frenzy
"Richly imagined, beautifully designed, impressionistic biography." - School Library Journal, starred review
"An ingenious portrait of genius." - The San Francisco Chronicle
"Makes genius Albert Einstein seem accessible." - Nerdy Book Club
"Utterly charming."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"A perfect introduction to the famous physicist."-Science Books and Films
"Einstein positively glows, radiating love and intelligence."-The Washington Post
"Sure to captivate young readers." - ReaderKidz
"A delightful book and I would use it in my classroom." - Marilyn Cook, PreK-5 teacher, NSTA National Science Teachers Association Reccomends
"Einstein's lifelong curiosity sings through every page."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
"On a Beam of Light reminds us that imagination is important, and that thinking is valuable. A great message for the little scientist in your life!" - Emily, bookseller, Hooray for Books!
"Remarkable." - Mamarama, Redbook's Mom Blog Council
"This is the best way to humanize such a larger-than-life historical figure." -- North Adams Transcript
"Something of an It Gets Better Project for mathematically precocious children."--The New York Times
"A celebration of curiosity."--Design Mom
"It's impossible not to be inspired, not only by Einstein himself but also by this dazzling account of his life and imagination."--BookPage
"I was wowed by this book."--Robin Smith, The Horn Book Blog
"Whimsical and illuminating, this beautifully illustrated picture-book biography accomplishes a daunting task: to introduce the life and work of Albert Einstein to young readers."--Book Links, 2013 Lasting Connections
"Simply voiced, with word choices and illustrations as exciting as the subject."--Herald-Sun Best Books of 2013
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year
New York Times Editor's Choice
New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013
Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of the Year
Columbus Dispatch The Best of the Best of the Year
Booklist Top Ten Science Book of 2013
A Junior Library Guild Selection
"It's not easy to explain Einstein to young readers, but this terrific book pulls it off."--Bookist Top 10 Biographies for Youth