Cart
Free US shipping over $10
Proud to be B-Corp

Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken Joy Lin

Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken By Joy Lin

Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken by Joy Lin


$20.29
Condition - New
Only 2 left

Summary

The myth-busting science behind the hottest monsters in pop culture

Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken Summary

Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken by Joy Lin

The myth-busting Monster Science series explores the science behind the hottest monsters in pop culture.

Could a process of evolution develop a unicorn horn on a horse? How would dragons create fire inside their bodies? How much food would a kraken need to eat to support its gigantic body? Discover whether these mythical monsters could exist when you apply the hard facts of science.

Science principles come to life through quirky and humorous explanations, paired with illustrations that strike a balance between the right amount of gory and funny.

Author Joy Lin, named one of the most inspirational science teachers by TED Ed, has a featured series on their website. She is also a screenwriter and comedian, and presents superpower science theories at various Comic Cons. Joy is also the author of the series Superpower Science.

About Joy Lin

Joy Lin (Author)
Until recently, Joy Lin was a high school science teacher in Austin, Texas. She has a BA in Biology, a BS in Chemistry and another BS in Biochemistry from UT Austin. In 2013, TED and Kohl's Cares teamed up to look for 18 most inspiring lessons to animate, and her Hollywood vs. Science lessons were selected. She wrote a series of six videos: If Superpowers Were Real. She is also the author of the four-book series Superpower Science.
She is now in the process of becoming an entertainer. She is a stand-up comedian who's been featured in four comedy festivals and competitions, most recently in NYC.

Violet Tobacco (Illustrator)
Violet Tobacco illustrates from her small apartment in Atlanta. She grew up drawing and performing in theatre, so when she was originally choosing her career path, she took up a degree in theatre studies. On the cusp of her college career, Violet realised that her true love was storytelling - illustration is where her heart has found a home. She loves illustrating children's books, portraits, character designs, concept work, and anything that blends teamwork with new experiences. Violet loves working with other creative individuals and creating wild and whimsical worlds that help us better understand who we are.

Table of Contents

  • 1: Introduction
  • 1: Unicorns
  • 1: Dragons
  • 1: Kraken
  • 1: Glossary
  • 1: Further Information
  • 1: Index

Additional information

NGR9781526313669
9781526313669
1526313669
Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken by Joy Lin
New
Hardback
Hachette Children's Group
2021-08-12
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a new book - be the first to read this copy. With untouched pages and a perfect binding, your brand new copy is ready to be opened for the first time

Customer Reviews - Monster Science: The Science Behind Unicorns, Dragons and Kraken