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Ask A Scientist (New Edition)

Professor Robert Winston Answers More Than 100 Big Questions From Kids Around the World!
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In the new edition of Ask A Scientist, Robert Winston answers a wide range of intriguing questions that spark curiosity in young minds. Covering topics from the human body to outer space, the book provides clear, engaging explanations that encourage children to explore the world scientifically. It's a delightful resource for fostering a love of knowledge and understanding in children.
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This children's book offers a captivating exploration of scientific curiosities, providing answers that can satisfy inquisitive young minds. It may appeal to you if you are fascinated by science and enjoy learning about the wonders of the natural world through engaging explanations and colourful illustrations. With the expertise of renowned scientist Robert Winston, it's perfect for sparking a child's interest in science with its accessible approach.

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This science book poses more than 100 questions from kids to Robert Winston on every aspect of science.

In this unique science book, Professor Robert Winston answers more than 100 real-life questions from children all around the world. Questions cover all the popular science topics, including:

Biology - "Why do freckles come in dots on your face?"

Physics - "Could you jump off the world?"

Earth - "Why is the sky blue?"

Chemistry - "Why are there bubbles in boiling water?"

Natural Science - "Do dogs cry?"

Space - "Why will the Sun explode and make us extinct?"

This new edition includes eight pages of additional questions relating to the recent hot topics in science, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Robert Winston was inspired to write this book by the many questions posed by his grandchildren and by children from the schools he has visited over the years. The book includes some of these questions, plus many more gathered from countries all over the world - including the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe, Canada, the USA, India, China, and Japan. The questions cover the main science topics: chemistry, physics, biology, Earth, space, and natural science.

Packed with weird and wacky questions and clear and lively answers - Ask A Scientist puts the fun back into science. And who could be a better scientist to ask questions to than Professor Robert Winston?

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Ask A Scientist (New Edition) by Robert Winston is generally praised for its interactive and engaging approach to science for children. Readers appreciate the way it addresses curious minds with clear and understandable explanations of complex scientific concepts. The book is seen as both educational and entertaining, effectively sparking interest in young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241615379

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 223.0mm

Height: 283.0mm

Weight: 803g

Pages: 136

About the Author

Lord Robert Winston is Professor of Science and Society and Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College London. Robert is one of a kind - a world-renowned scientist who has combined groundbreaking academic work with an ability to communicate ideas and understanding to the general public.

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