Jennifer Berne is the award-winning author of the
biographies Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau and On a Beam of
Light: A Story of Albert Einstein. After a successful career in
advertising, Jennifer began writing for Nick Jr. Magazine and
writing books about the subjects she loves most—our amazing
universe and the people who are passionate about it. She lives in
Copake, New York.
Vladimir Radunsky has published more than thirty books for
children. They have been translated into many languages, received
numerous awards, and have been exhibited in France, Italy, Japan,
Russia, and the United States. Vladimir Radunsky is a naturalized
citizen of the United States (as was Einstein). He divides his time
between New York and Rome.
"It's not easy to explain Einstein to young readers, but this
terrific book pulls it off."--Bookist Top 10 Biographies for
Youth
A Junior Library Guild Selection
Booklist Top Ten Science Book of 2013
Columbus Dispatch The Best of the Best of the Year
Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of the Year
New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013
New York Times Editor's Choice
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
"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
"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
"A celebration of curiosity."--Design Mom
"Something of an It Gets Better Project for mathematically
precocious children."--The New York Times
"This is the best way to humanize such a larger-than-life
historical figure." -- North Adams Transcript
"Remarkable." - Mamarama, Redbook's Mom Blog Council
"A delightful book and I would use it in my classroom." - Marilyn
Cook, PreK-5 teacher, NSTA National Science Teachers Association
Reccomends
"Einstein's lifelong curiosity sings through every
page."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
"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!
"A perfect introduction to the famous physicist."-Science Books and
Films
"Einstein positively glows, radiating love and intelligence."-The
Washington Post
"Sure to captivate young readers." - ReaderKidz
"Utterly charming."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's
Books
"An ingenious portrait of genius." - The San Francisco
Chronicle
"Makes genius Albert Einstein seem accessible." - Nerdy Book
Club
"A book as special as its subject." - Booklist, starred review
"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 great read about a great man." - Walking Brain Cells
"Awakens a sense of curiosity and mystery in youngsters... an
invitation to children to awaken their imaginations." - Shelf
Awareness for Readers
"Don't miss this book. " - Kid Lit Frenzy
"Richly imagined, beautifully designed, impressionistic biography."
- School Library Journal, starred review
"Truly amazing." - The Horn Book, starred review
"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 splendid introduction to a man who never stopped questioning." -
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"By celebrating Einstein's wonderful curiosity, this book will
inspire young kids to find science fascinating." -Walter Isaacson,
author, Einstein: His Life and Universe
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