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The science of colour as you've never seen it before - this captivating book for kids aged 5+ covers key STEAM subjects: science, technology, engineering, art and maths.

Why is the sky blue? Why is snow white and darkness black? How do our eyes and brain create a world of colour?

Journey through lush green forests, splash into a watery blue ocean, be dazzled by a glowing jungle and see the world through a kaleidoscope of colour in this vibrant gift book.

Explained in an accessible way and combined with gorgeous illustrations, this engaging book is perfect for young readers and budding scientists.

Catherine Barr studied ecology at Leeds University and trained as a journalist. She worked at Greenpeace International for seven years as a wildlife and forestry campaigner and has a long-running interest in environmental issues. While working as an editor at the Natural History Museum, she researched and wrote two major summer exhibi

How Colour Works Why is the sky blue Why is snow

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      Publisher: Egmont UK Ltd
      Publication Date: 3/5/2020
      ISBN13: 9781405292566, 978-1405292566
      ISBN10: 1405292563

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The science of colour as you've never seen it before - this captivating book for kids aged 5+ covers key STEAM subjects: science, technology, engineering, art and maths.

      Why is the sky blue? Why is snow white and darkness black? How do our eyes and brain create a world of colour?

      Journey through lush green forests, splash into a watery blue ocean, be dazzled by a glowing jungle and see the world through a kaleidoscope of colour in this vibrant gift book.

      Explained in an accessible way and combined with gorgeous illustrations, this engaging book is perfect for young readers and budding scientists.

      Catherine Barr studied ecology at Leeds University and trained as a journalist. She worked at Greenpeace International for seven years as a wildlife and forestry campaigner and has a long-running interest in environmental issues. While working as an editor at the Natural History Museum, she researched and wrote two major summer exhibi

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