Light: The Extraordinary Energy That Illuminates Our World

By Dr. Jess Wade

The author of the best-selling, award-winning picture book Nano presents a vibrant picture-book introduction to the science of light.

From the complexities of the night sky to the inner workings of rainbows, explore and celebrate the mind-bending science of light. Combining text by Dr. Jess Wade--a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEAM fields--and beautiful, dynamic pictures by Ana Sanfelippo, this compelling blend of curriculum essentials and cutting-edge physics inspires budding scientists and engineers to step beyond their textbooks into a world of fascinating real-world science.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1536243639
• ISBN13: 9781536243635
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.8" x 11.7"
• Age Range: 6 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 4