I am Stephen Hawking
I am Stephen Hawking by Brad Meltzer is a biography that introduces young readers to the groundbreaking physicist and disability advocate. Published by Penguin on September 17, 2024, this edition features 40 pages of engaging content designed for children ages 5 to 9. The book explores Hawking’s early curiosity about the universe and his significant contributions to science, including his discoveries related to black holes and energy, all while overcoming the challenges posed by ALS.
Readers will find a variety of elements that enhance the learning experience, including a timeline of key events, photos, and comic-book-style illustrations. The biography highlights childhood moments that shaped Hawking’s journey and presents facts that serve as conversation starters. Additionally, it emphasizes the virtue of perseverance, showcasing how Hawking defied boundaries throughout his life. This book is part of a series that encourages children to dream big and serves as an inspiring role model for young minds interested in science and technology.
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The groundbreaking physicist and disability advocate is the 34th hero in this New York Times bestselling biography series for ages 5 to 9.
From a young age, Stephen Hawking had a strong sense of wonder and was full of questions about the world around him and the stars above. He would spend his whole life trying to figure out how the universe worked, including discovering truths about black holes and energy. And when he was diagnosed with a rare disease called ALS that destroys the nerve cells in the body, he would find his own mental energy to carry on with his studies even after his limbs and vocal chords stopped working. He became one of history’s most influential scientists.
This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big.
Included in each book are:
- A timeline of key events in the hero’s history
- Photos that bring the story more fully to life
- Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable
- Childhood moments that influenced the hero
- Facts that make great conversation-starters
- A virtue this person embodies: Stephen Hawking’s perseverance and ability to defy boundaries is highlighted.
You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!
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