Did you know that the periodic table started out as a card game? Or that scientists once thought that Saturn had ears?

This highly accessible, dynamic book is packed with fun, unexpected and awesome ideas about science. It mixes a fresh, modern illustration style with punchy, eye-opening facts and humorous anecdotes about famous scientists and their groundbreaking discoveries. This book supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is great for home learning.

Ideal for children aged 8-12.