Edge, Christopher. Quantum!: The Strange Science of the Smallest Stuff in the Universe.
Paul Daviz, Illus. Candlewick, 10/2024. 45pp. Nonfiction. Trade $18.99. 978-1-5362-3762-7.
GRADES 3–6. ADDITIONAL
Quantum physics is broken down and explained to elementary age readers (or even adults) in ways that most people are likely to understand. Daviz’s vibrant and playful illustrations collaborate with Edge’s relatively brief text to introduce many complicated, difficult topics, including what quarks, protons, and wavelengths are; how stars are formed; what radioactive means; and plenty more. Unlike most physics books there are no formulas or mathematical explanations, just cute cartoonish characters and drawings striving to explain the forces behind everything. Useful for anyone wanting an introductory explanation of current understandings of the smallest parts of the universe.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library