My First Book of Quantum Physics (My First Book of Science)

Science: My First Book of Quantum Physics introduces children aged 8 and up to ideas such as atoms existing in two places at once, using short, illustrated explanations. Its 48-page format is aimed at accessible introductory reading rather than an in-depth reference.

At a glance

Introduces children to unusual concepts in quantum physics, including atoms in two places at once and the thought experiment of a cat being dead and alive.
Short sections and colour-highlighted keywords are intended to make complex material easier to take in.
The publisher recommends it for ages 8 and up, with a listed reading age of 8 - 11 years.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Illustrations and bite-size text offer an approachable entry point to an abstract science topic.
The book’s questions give curious young readers a way into concepts that can otherwise feel difficult.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Button Books
Publication date	7 April 2018
Language	English
Print length	48 pages
Reading age	8 - 11 years
ISBN-10	1787080102
ISBN-13	978-1787080102

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	24.6 x 1.1 x 25.5 cm
Weight listed	1.05 kg

What to know before buying

The listed reading age is 8 - 11 years, while the publisher describes the book more broadly as suitable for children aged 8 and up. Consider the intended reader’s interests and reading level.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Children aged 8 and up who are curious about quantum physics and prefer an illustrated introduction.
Adults looking for a short, accessible way to explore quantum physics alongside a child.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a detailed or advanced treatment of quantum physics rather than an introductory children’s book.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback describes the book as readable and well-written, with illustrations said to help make complex ideas accessible. The response is also described as suitable for different ages, including a third grader interested in space. These impressions fit the listed illustrated, bite-size approach, though readers seeking substantial detail may want to note that some feedback mentions mixed views on detail.

Positive themes

Customers describe the writing as easy to read and well written.
Customers praise the illustrations for helping explain complex ideas.
Feedback describes the book as informative and suitable for young readers.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback includes mixed views about the amount of detail.

Frequently asked questions

What age is this book intended for?

The listing gives a reading age of 8 - 11 years and says the book introduces children aged 8 and up to quantum physics.

What does the book cover?

It introduces unusual quantum ideas, including how atoms can be described as being in two places at once and the dead-and-alive cat thought experiment.

Is it an in-depth physics reference?

The listing describes easy-to-follow, bite-size text in an entertaining illustrated guide. It is presented as an accessible introduction, not an advanced reference.