The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

Parker, Steve

Science & Technology

40 pp. | Mason Crest | December, 2009 | Library ISBN 978-1-4222-1565-4 $19.95

(4) 4-6 What About... series. Densely packed double-page spreads cover a wide range of scientific developments and theories, including radiation, sundials, and Albert Einstein's work. Page and section headings in addition to "amazing facts" sidebars help readers navigate the different topics; the question-and-answer format leads up to a quiz at the end. Extensive illustrations add interest, though they do little to explain the difficult concepts presented. Ind.

Reviewer: Miriam Steinberg-Egeth