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Seeing Through Walls: Superman and the Science of Sight (DC Super Heroes: Superman Science) - Softcover

Biskup, Agnieszka

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9781782024958: Seeing Through Walls: Superman and the Science of Sight (DC Super Heroes: Superman Science)
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ISBN 10: 1782024956 ISBN 13: 9781782024958
Publisher: Curious Fox

Synopsis

Super-sight allows the Man of Steel to see through walls and melt metal with his baby blue eyes. But what makes sight possible? And can anyone or anything in our world do what Superman does with his eyes? Get ready to find out with the help of the World’s Greatest Hero. You’ll be amazed by how much you can learn about the science of sight.

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About the Author

Agnieszka Biskup is a science writer and editor based in Chicago. She is a former editor for the science section of the Boston Globe as well as the children's science magazine Muse. In addition to children's books, she has also written many articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her books have received awards from Learning magazine, the Association of Educational Publishers, and the Society of School Librarians International. Her book Football: How It Works (Capstone Press, 2010) was a Junior Library Guild selection.

From School Library Journal

Gr 4–7—Using the incredible abilities of the Man of Steel as a launching point into science and engineering concepts, this series combines a high-interest figure with solid, informational content. These volumes don't attempt to explain the science behind Superman's fictional abilities but instead compare them to analogous feats in the human, technological, and animal worlds. Stopping Runaway Trains, for instance, details the physiology of human muscles, cutting-edge technologies to augment or restore strength, and record holders in the animal kingdom. However, adults should note that the "Enhancing Strength" section in that title doesn't include any adult permission or guidance suggestions on lifting weights, and in Flight, a section on drones doesn't pose any moral questions on military drone use. The bright and detailed graphics are eye-catching and helpful in breaking down potentially complicated concepts. VERDICT Superman's image on these covers will promote use by browsers, and the topic specificity could be useful in particular science units.

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Publisher
Curious Fox
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1782024956
ISBN 13 
9781782024958
Binding
Paperback
Rating
  • 3.57 out of 5 stars
    7 ratings by Goodreads