Stephen Hawking

Scientists Who Changed the World

Stephen Hawking advanced our understanding of the universe more than any other scientist of his day. His career was intrinsically tied to his impact on society, and he was a source of inspiration to many people who also fought the odds to achieve their dreams.

This beautifully designed biography will teach young readers what Hawking learned about black holes and time, why he believed that humans must live on other planets, and how his discoveries have changed our understanding of the world!

Click here to view Teacher’s Notes.

The ‘Scientists Who Changed the World’ series looks at some of the world’s greatest scientists and how their work and discoveries changed society. It takes the social and theological forces that affected scientists in each individual era and examines how their discoveries in turn helped shaped the world around them, both at the time and in the future.

 

Specifications: 9781925820720 | Hardback | 235 x 184mm / 9 x 7in | 64 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

Anita Croy studied languages at the University of London, and she has written numerous books for young readers, mainly about ancient and modern history and the geography of Asia and the Americas, where she has travelled widely. This includes studies of ancient civilizations for the National Geographic. She lives in London with her young family.

Blue Wolf Reviews

“The Scientists Who Changed the World series is a great introduction to scientists and Science. We find that the famous men and women of science were once young boys and girls who played with their peers, often struggled at school, and came from families like ours. They were men and women who had a great intellect and were lucky enough to have their imaginations stimulated by someone. The common thread with these scientists is the burning curiosity which prompted them to seek answers to questions which intrigued them.”


Reading Time 

“ Recommended for brainiacs and curious tourers from ten to twenty.”


Science Teacher’s Association of Victoria 

“a very dynamic book in that it covers so many aspects relating to the cosmos but it is also a book that ‘opens a door’ to those students  aged 9 to 14 years who are interested in astronomy and space.’


School Days Magazine

“This is the latest book in a series of four remarkable scientists. Anita Croy gives young readers in the age group of 10-13 an understanding of who Stephen Hawking was, beginning with his life as a child, his years at school and the influences that led him to his academic path.”


School Days Magazine

“A sweet story showing kindness, empathy and care for others.”


Educate Empower

“A great addition to any home as well as science & literacy classrooms!”


Kids Book NZ


It is packed full to the brim with well-researched information trimmed into short, double-page chapters

This book will find itself well-used in a library setting, or in a school environment where children are researching Stephen Hawkings and his ground-breaking research. Children with a keen interest in space, physics and big questions about the universe, will find much information in the book to keep their minds busy and exploring well into the future.


NZ Booklovers
Expecting the text to be rudimentary in its approach based upon the heavy use of images and a general intermediate level feel to the language, there was a very pleasant surprise to see how intellectual and yet so accessible the text is. The information is presented logically and with pace meaning that even younger readers won’t become disengaged with the information.

Of the scientists in recent history who have become household names, surely Hawking is at the top of the list. His wheelchair and disability seemed to accentuate his intellectual prowess rather than inhibit his ability to contribute. Click here to read


Educate Empower
“A great addition to any home as well as science & literacy classrooms!” Click here to read


Kids Books NZ
“This book will find itself well-used in a library setting, or in a school environment where children are researching Stephen Hawkings and his ground-breaking research. Children with a keen interest in space, physics and big questions about the universe, will find much information in the book to keep their minds busy and exploring well into the future.” Click here to read in full

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Download the Teacher’s Notes Here

The ‘Scientists Who Changed the World’ series looks at some of the world’s greatest scientists and how their work and discoveries changed society. It takes the social and theological forces that affected scientists in each individual era and examines how their discoveries in turn helped shaped the world around them, both at the time and in the future.

 

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