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On a Beam of Light - by Jennifer Berne (Hardcover)

 On a Beam of Light - by  Jennifer Berne (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A boy rides a bicycle down a dusty road. But in his mind, he envisions himself traveling at a speed beyond imagining, on a beam of light. This brilliant mind will one day offer up some of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>A boy rides a bicycle down a dusty road. But in his mind, he envisions himself traveling at a speed beyond imagining, on a beam of light. This brilliant mind will one day offer up some of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived. From a boy endlessly fascinated by the wonders around him, Albert Einstein ultimately grows into a man of genius recognized the world over for profoundly illuminating our understanding of the universe. Jennifer Berne and Vladimir Radunsky invite the reader to travel along with Einstein on a journey full of curiosity, laughter, and scientific discovery. Parents and children alike will appreciate this moving story of the powerful difference imagination can make in any life.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A book as special as its subject. - Booklist, starred review<br><br>A celebration of curiosity.--Design Mom<br><br>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<br><br>A delightful book and I would use it in my classroom. - Marilyn Cook, PreK-5 teacher, NSTA National Science Teachers Association Reccomends<br><br>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<br><br>A great read about a great man. - Walking Brain Cells<br><br>A perfect introduction to the famous physicist.-Science Books and Films<br><br>A splendid introduction to a man who never stopped questioning. - Kirkus Reviews, starred review<br><br>A Junior Library Guild Selection<br><br>An ingenious portrait of genius. - The San Francisco Chronicle<br><br>Awakens a sense of curiosity and mystery in youngsters... an invitation to children to awaken their imaginations. - Shelf Awareness for Readers<br><br>Booklist Top Ten Science Book of 2013<br><br>By celebrating Einstein's wonderful curiosity, this book will inspire young kids to find science fascinating. -Walter Isaacson, author, Einstein: His Life and Universe<br><br>Columbus Dispatch The Best of the Best of the Year<br><br>Don't miss this book. - Kid Lit Frenzy<br><br>Einstein positively glows, radiating love and intelligence.-The Washington Post<br><br>Einstein's lifelong curiosity sings through every page.-Publishers Weekly, starred review<br><br>I was wowed by this book.--Robin Smith, The Horn Book Blog<br><br>It's impossible not to be inspired, not only by Einstein himself but also by this dazzling account of his life and imagination.--BookPage<br><br>It's not easy to explain Einstein to young readers, but this terrific book pulls it off.--Bookist Top 10 Biographies for Youth<br><br>Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of the Year<br><br>Makes genius Albert Einstein seem accessible. - Nerdy Book Club<br><br>New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013<br><br>New York Times Editor's Choice<br><br>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!<br><br>Remarkable. - Mamarama, Redbook's Mom Blog Council<br><br>Richly imagined, beautifully designed, impressionistic biography. - School Library Journal, starred review<br><br>School Library Journal Best Books of the Year<br><br>Simply voiced, with word choices and illustrations as exciting as the subject.--Herald-Sun Best Books of 2013<br><br>Something of an It Gets Better Project for mathematically precocious children.--The New York Times<br><br>Sure to captivate young readers. - ReaderKidz<br><br>This is the best way to humanize such a larger-than-life historical figure. -- North Adams Transcript<br><br>Truly amazing. - The Horn Book, starred review<br><br>Utterly charming.-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books<br><br>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<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Jennifer Berne is the author of the acclaimed Manfish, about Jacques Cousteau, and spends her time writing children's books about the subjects she loves most--our amazing universe and the people who are passionate about it. She lives in Copake, New York. <p/>Vladimir Radunsky, when not creating award-winning children's books, refills his soul with the sounds of Bach, Chopin, and Snoop Dogg. He lives in Rome, Italy.

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