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Albert Einstein Was a Dope?

By Dan Gutman
Series: Wait! What?
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Albert Einstein Was a Dope? by Dan Gutman is a children's book that explores fascinating facts about Albert Einstein, challenging common misconceptions and highlighting his incredible contributions to science. Through engaging anecdotes and illustrations, the book aims to educate young readers about the renowned physicist in a fun and accessible way, sparking curiosity and admiration for his genius and unique personality.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a fun and educational journey through the lives of famous historical figures, with a quirky twist that appeals to young readers. It combines humour with history, presenting intriguing facts and amusing scenarios that engage kids' curiosity and inspire their imaginations.

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Did you know that Albert Einstein was a high school dropout, and that he failed his physics class when he finally made it to college? Or that when he died, his brain and eyeballs were removed from his body? Ever wondered why his hair looked so wild?

Siblings Paige and Turner do—and they've collected some of the kookiest and most unusual facts about the world-famous scientist, from his childhood and school days through his time studying relativity and working on the atomic bomb.

Narrated by the two spirited siblings and animated by Allison Steinfeld's upbeat illustrations, Albert Einstein Was a Dope? expertly balances authoritative information with Dan Gutman's signature zany humour.

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The book combines Dan Gutman's knack for biography with his humour, making it a captivating read for young audiences. Booklist praises it as a standout addition to children's literature due to its engaging style and informative content.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781324017059

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Illustration: Black-and-white spot art

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Allison Steinfeld

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 136g

Pages: 112

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dan Gutman Education & Reference Humour Science & Nature Series: Wait! What?

About the Author

Dan Gutman is the New York Times best-selling author of the My Weird School series. He lives in New York City with his wife. Allison Steinfeld is an Atlanta-based illustrator who received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts.

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