Overview
A fun, vibrantly illustrated behind-the-scenes tour of the inner workings of a natural history museum and all the incredible people who work there!
Welcome to the Science and Natural History Museum! Here you’ll see all kinds of cool things, from a whole Dunkleosteus skeleton to a tiny dwarf seahorse to a glimpse of the Andromeda Galaxy. You’ll also meet all kinds of cool people—like volcanologists, paleontologists, squid biologists, and many more—who research fascinating questions so that they can answer yours.
But what do these people do all day at the science museum?
Well, there’s only one way to find out! Join a field trip through the busy museum and find out about all the kinds of scientists who work there and each of their incredible fields.
SCIENCE IS COOL: This book introduces science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through content that makes big ideas entertaining and exciting. It’s perfect for sparking curiosity, inspiring future scientists, and showing kids of all interests why science matters and can be so much fun.
GIFTABLE NONFICTION: Beautifully illustrated, encyclopedic nonfiction is a terrific choice for young learners. This is the kind of book that makes a perfect gift for curious kids—one they will want to pore over for hours and read again and again.
INSTITUTIONAL APPEAL: Featuring a wide range of exhibitions and scientists, this is a great fit for many science museums. It also provides educators and STEAM professionals with an engaging way to introduce the many career opportunities available in science.
ALL-STAR TEAM: Maggie Tokuda-Hall is an award-winning, bestselling author and a founding member and national leader of Authors Against Book Bans. Qin Leng has illustrated many beloved titles that have received great acclaim. Together, they’ve created a unique, gorgeously rendered picture book that readers of all ages will enjoy.
Perfect for:
- Young readers fascinated by natural history, science, and museums
- Anyone who dreams of being one of the scientists of tomorrow
- Kids who like animals, dinosaurs, and learning how the world around them works
- Teachers, librarians, and parents seeking fun and accessible nonfiction
- Museums looking to give patrons a sneak peek at the inner workings of their operations
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