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On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein: 1 (Illustrated Biographies by Chronicle Books)

On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein: 1 (Illustrated Biographies by Chronicle Books)

by Jennifer Berne (Author), Vladimir Radunsky (Illustrator)

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    Picture Book 2013

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Synopsis

A follow-up to Manfish, this picture book biography of Albert Einstein chronicles his development from a boy riding his bicycle through sunbeams to the man who created the Theory of Relativity and whose name would become synonymous with 'genius.'

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Format: Picture Book
 Pages: 56
 Edition: 1
 Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 01 May 2013
ISBN 10: 0811872351
ISBN 13: 9780811872355
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years

Media Reviews
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
Author Bio
Jennifer Berne is currently a contributing writer for Nick Jr. Magazine 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. Vladimir Radunsky, when not creating award-winning children's books such as What Does Peace Feel Like?, the best-selling The Maestro Plays, and the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Mighty Asparagus, refills his soul with the sounds of Bach, Chopin, and Snoop Dogg.