On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein

Description

This picture book biography of Albert Einstein chronicles his development from a boy riding his bicycle through sunbeams to the man who created the 'Theory of Relativity' and whose name would become synonymous with 'genius'.

Jennifer Berne is currently a contributing writer for Nick Jr. Magazine and spends her time writing children's books about the subjects she loves most; our amazing universe and the people who are passionate about it. Vladimir Radunsky, when not creating award-winning children's books such as What Does Peace Feel Like?, the best-selling The Maestro Plays, and the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Mighty Asparagus, refills his soul with the sounds of Bach, Chopin, and Snoop Dogg.

A book as special as its subject. - Booklist, starred review A celebration of curiosity.--Design Mom A delight for the sense... this elegant new picture book might just be that physical gift to spur on the next generation of wonderers. - Out With the Kids A delightful book and I would use it in my classroom. - Marilyn Cook, PreK-5 teacher, NSTA National Science Teachers Association Reccomends A delightful young readers' introduction to several of Einstein's amazing ideas-and an equally valuable celebration of the advantages of being different. -Bob Berman, science author and columnist, Astronomy Magazine A great read about a great man. - Walking Brain Cells A perfect introduction to the famous physicist.-Science Books and Films A splendid introduction to a man who never stopped questioning. - Kirkus Reviews, starred review A Junior Library Guild Selection An ingenious portrait of genius. - The San Francisco Chronicle Awakens a sense of curiosity and mystery in youngsters... an invitation to children to awaken their imaginations. - Shelf Awareness for Readers Booklist Top Ten Science Book of 2013 By celebrating Einstein's wonderful curiosity, this book will inspire young kids to find science fascinating. -Walter Isaacson, author, Einstein: His Life and Universe Columbus Dispatch The Best of the Best of the Year Don't miss this book. - Kid Lit Frenzy Einstein positively glows, radiating love and intelligence.-The Washington Post Einstein's lifelong curiosity sings through every page.-Publishers Weekly, starred review I was wowed by this book.--Robin Smith, The Horn Book Blog It's impossible not to be inspired, not only by Einstein himself but also by this dazzling account of his life and imagination.--BookPage It's not easy to explain Einstein to young readers, but this terrific book pulls it off.--Bookist Top 10 Biographies for Youth Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of the Year Makes genius Albert Einstein seem accessible. - Nerdy Book Club New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013 New York Times Editor's Choice On a Beam of Light reminds us that imagination is important, and that thinking is valuable. A great message for the little scientist in your life! - Emily, bookseller, Hooray for Books! Remarkable. - Mamarama, Redbook's Mom Blog Council Richly imagined, beautifully designed, impressionistic biography. - School Library Journal, starred review School Library Journal Best Books of the Year Simply voiced, with word choices and illustrations as exciting as the subject.--Herald-Sun Best Books of 2013 Something of an It Gets Better Project for mathematically precocious children.--The New York Times Sure to captivate young readers. - ReaderKidz This is the best way to humanize such a larger-than-life historical figure. -- North Adams Transcript Truly amazing. - The Horn Book, starred review Utterly charming.-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Whimsical and illuminating, this beautifully illustrated picture-book biography accomplishes a daunting task: to introduce the life and work of Albert Einstein to young readers.--Book Links, 2013 Lasting Connections