Exploring the Elements - Haliburtons & Co.

Exploring the Elements

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A comprehensive journey through the building blocks of our universe

This award-winning book transforms the periodic table from a classroom chart into a captivating visual adventure. Award-winning science writer Isabel Thomas and celebrated designer Sara Gillingham have created an artful guide that names all 118 chemical elements and reveals the remarkable ways we've learned to use them in our everyday lives.

Each element receives its own stunning double-page treatment, featuring clear graphics that show its atomic symbol and number, alongside fascinating details about where it's found in the universe – from the food on our plates to the centre of distant stars. The book explores each element's unique properties, atomic structure, and the intriguing stories behind their discoveries, making complex chemistry concepts accessible and engaging for young minds.

Wrapped in a special double-sided jacket with an illustrated periodic table printed on the reverse, this beautiful hardcover includes 240 pages of information, plus a helpful glossary and index. Perfect for budding scientists, curious minds, and anyone who wants to understand the fundamental building blocks of everything around us.

Suitable for children aged 8 years and up.

Pages: 240

Further Information

Author: Isabel Thomas is an award-winning science writer and children's author, winner of the AAAS/Subaru Children's Book Prize and shortlisted for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize, ASE Science Book of the Year, and Blue Peter Book Awards.

Designer: Sara Gillingham is an award-winning art director and designer who has created multiple bestselling children's books for Phaidon, including Seeing Stars, Alpha Bravo Charlie, and Animals in the Sky.

What's Included: Complete guide to all 118 chemical elements, comprehensive introduction to the periodic table, atomic diagrams, discovery stories, real-world applications, glossary, index, and special double-sided jacket with illustrated periodic table.

Awards & Recognition:

New York Times Best Book of the Year 2020

Kirkus STARRED Review

BBC Science Focus recommended

Waterstones Recommended Gift Books 2020

Product Specifications

SKU: 9781838661601

Publisher: Phaidon

Authors: Isabel Thomas (Author), Sara Gillingham (Designer/Illustrator)

Format: Hardcover

Pages: 240

Age Range: 8 years and up

Dimensions: 20.3 x 22.9 x 2.6 cm

Publication Date: November 2020

Language: English

Special Features: Double-sided jacket with illustrated periodic table

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Award Winning

STEM Inspired, Curriculum Aligned, and Expert Recommended

Made To Treasure

Why we chose it

What drew me to this book is how it makes chemistry feel magical rather than intimidating. Sara Gillingham's design work is exceptional – every page is visually stunning whilst remaining educational. Isabel Thomas has a gift for explaining complex scientific concepts in ways that spark curiosity rather than confusion.

This is the kind of book that transforms a child's relationship with science. Instead of memorising elements, they discover stories.

Phaidon Press

For over 95 years, Phaidon Press has brought exceptional design and editorial excellence to books that inspire wonder. Their children's collection reflects the same commitment to quality that has made them one of the world's most respected publishers. Through thoughtful collaborations with leading illustrators and specialists, they create books that respect young readers' intelligence while making complex subjects beautifully accessible. Every Phaidon book is designed to be treasured, encouraging repeated discovery and lifelong learning.

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