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Nibbling on Einstein's Brain Diane Swanson

Nibbling on Einstein's Brain By Diane Swanson

Nibbling on Einstein's Brain by Diane Swanson

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Suggests winning strategies and fun ways to help children become enthusiastic science watchdogs. Science affects every part of our lives - what we eat and drink, what kind of house we live in, what bicycle we ride. Inadequate, faulty or phony science can creep into our lives. How do we sort the good from the bad? Ages 10+.

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Nibbling on Einstein's Brain: The Good, the Bad and the Bogus in Science by Diane Swanson

Suggests winning strategies and fun ways to help children become enthusiastic science watchdogs. Science affects every part of our lives - what we eat and drink, what kind of house we live in, what bicycle we ride. Inadequate, faulty of phony science can creep into our lives. How do we sort the good from the bad? Ages 10+.

Nibbling on Einstein's Brain Reviews

Engaging combination of accuracy and humor ... gives a clear understanding of the differences between sound and unsound scientific inquiry. -- Sarah Haines "National Science Teachers Association, recommended" (09/01/2001)
Good introduction to bad science ... a highly readable text and jaunty line illustrations ... encourages critical thinking and skepticism.--Carolyn Phelan"Booklist" (02/15/2002)
An extremely useful introduction to a subject that is rarely broached effectively.--Deborah Stevenson"Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books" (01/01/2002)
Engaging combination of accuracy and humor ... [gives] a clear understanding of the differences between sound and unsound scientific inquiry.--Sarah Haines"National Science Teachers Association, recommended" (09/01/2001)
EDITOR'S CHOICE: 'Anyone who is trying to get their students to question facts should get their hands on this book.'--Mary Purzycki"Science Books and Films" (05/01/2002)
EDITOR'S CHOICE: 'A great resource for K-12 teachers and students about how to perform, analyze and assess research, but also on how to look critically at data generated by the various types of media ... Anyone who is trying to get their students to question facts should get their hands on this book. The chapter summaries are an invaluable resource in themselves.'--Mary Purzycki"Science Books and Films" (05/01/2002)
A good introduction to bad science ... a highly readable text and jaunty line illustrations, the book encourages critical thinking and skepticism when evaluating science reporting and media hype.--Carolyn Phelan"Booklist" (02/15/2002)
Fascinating and kid-friendly ... an introduction to the tools and strategies needed to evaluate and understand scientific information.--Mara Alpert"School Library Journal" (11/01/2001)
An engaging combination of accuracy and humor ... After reading this book students should have a clear understanding of the differences between sound and unsound scientific inquiry.--Sarah Haines"National Science Teachers Association, recommended" (09/01/2001)
This humorous and useful book attempts to help students learn to analyze the "science" that's reported in the news.--David Lininger"Book Report" (03/01/2002)
A lighthearted but reliable explanation of the scientific method of research ... written for children 8 to 12, but even high school students or college students assigned a science project would find this simple explanation of the scientific method useful.--Brandy Hilboldt Allport"Florida Times-Union" (08/13/2001)
Challenges the reader to be a critical thinker ... funny illustrations make this brain-booster book worth nibbling on.--Cathy Collison"Detroit News/Free Press" (09/02/2001)
Teachers, parents, librarians, and other adults who want to make science attractive to young people will snap up Nibbling on Einstein's Brain with gusto. Highly recommended.--Julie Chychota"Canadian Materials" (02/02/2002)

About Diane Swanson

Diane Swanson is a successful, award-winning writer of non-fiction for children. She is the author of over 35 books for children, including "The Doctor and You" (2000), "Animals Eat the Weirdest Things" and "Safari Beneath the Sea." Diane lives in Victoria, B.C.

Warren Clark studied at the Michael's School of Fine Art in Cape Town, South Africa. He has spent his career working as a graphic and book designer, first in England and then in Alberta. Warren now lives in the wilds of British Columbia.

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CIN1550376861G
9781550376869
1550376861
Nibbling on Einstein's Brain: The Good, the Bad and the Bogus in Science by Diane Swanson
Diane Swanson
Used - Good
Paperback
Annick Press Ltd
2002-07-31
104
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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