Light Waves

Fascinating physics facts a young scientist needs to know, from one of the most trusted teams in STEM for children

This kid-friendly introduction to the physics of light covers the basics of solar energy, the electromagnetic spectrum, photon particles, light scattering, and reflection and refraction. Readers will follow along as two children and a cow in a lab coat learn how light works in realistic and imaginative scenarios.

With accessible language, grounded examples, and easy, hands-on experiments you can do with household items, David A. Adler explains the basics of how light travels and bends. Anna Raff's bright, humorous illustrations make an intimidating topic easy-- and fun -- to understand. This colorful picture book is a perfect supplement to lessons on light waves, and a great way to explore the topic at home.

Named a finalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books in the Children's category, Light Waves is a must-have book for all self-professed science nerds

Author: David A. Adler
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 07/17/2018
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 11.20h x 9.00w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780823436828
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.1
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 510694 / Light Waves


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 05/01/2018 pg. 113
Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2018
Booklist 06/01/2018 pg. 66
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
David A. Adler is a former math teacher and author of more than two hundred books for children. He has collaborated on several science picture books with Anna Raff, including Things That Float and Things That Don't and Light Waves, a finalist for the SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books. He is also the author of the Picture Book Biography series, the Cam Jansen mystery series, as well as books on math and history. He lives in New York.

Anna Raff is an award-winning illustrator of children's books. She illustrated David A. Adler's Simple Machines and Things That Float and Things That Don't, which received starred reviews from both Booklist and Publishers Weekly. She lives in New York City.