|
|
|||
|
||||
OverviewRosa is challenged to a footrace by augmented athletes from the future. She's up for the test--but is her recently repaired heart? With the help of Dr. Domingo Liotta, the inventor of the first artificial heart, Qianna will do everything she can to help her friend cross the finish line first. But will her efforts be enough? Find out in a dynamic graphic novel that gives science, engineering, and invention a hip-hop spin! Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jared Sams , Jared SamsPublisher: Capstone Press Imprint: Capstone Press Dimensions: Width: 18.30cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.091kg ISBN: 9781669056911ISBN 10: 1669056910 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 01 January 2024 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsReviews"Qianna and her diverse group of friends meet famous scientists, inventors, and engineers by traveling through time and space on the Quantum Train. Readers follow along on these adventures as the kids visit Dr. Wu, George Washigton Carver, and other greats of STEM history. These time travel adventures introduce students to physics, the creation of the artificial heart, and biochemical and electrical engineering. The graphic novels have a ""hip-hop spin,"" and the friends meet a diverse range of science heroes from various eras. The stories are supported by back matter including a glossary, suggested books and websites for further reading, explanations of key concepts such as particle accelerators, and biographical profiles on the featured scientists. VERDICT An engaging series perfect for fans of Max Axiom and other STEM graphic series. Great for encouraging readers who may be reluctant scientists, but who enjoy the graphic novel presentation.--Suzanne Costner, Fairview Elementary School, TN ""School Library Journal""" Author InformationJared is a self-taught artist who creates impactful graphic novels and channels his hip-hop and punk music influences to help children develop unique skills, passions, and creative expressions. Jared strives to infuse his creative work with empathy and advocate for the voiceless through his art. Jared is a self-taught artist who creates impactful graphic novels and channels his hip-hop and punk music influences to help children develop unique skills, passions, and creative expressions. Jared strives to infuse his creative work with empathy and advocate for the voiceless through his art. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |