Why does rain smell rainy? How do cats squeeze into the smallest of boxes? Why do we need two ears? The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions tackles the weird and wonderful questions that pop into kids' heads right before they fall asleep, making it the perfect book to delve into before bed!
Isabel Thomas is a science writer and the author of a
galaxy of books for young audiences. They include Moth: An
Evolution Story, illustrated by Daniel Egnéus, which won the
AAAS/Subaru Prize for Excellence in Science Books. She also writes
for science magazines including The Week Junior Science + Nature
and creates STEM outreach resources for organisations such as the
Wellcome Sanger Institute and the BBC. Isabel studied Human
Sciences at the University of Oxford and Education Research at the
University of Cambridge. Find out more at www.isabelthomas.co.uk
|@isabelwriting
Aaron Cushley is a talented illustrator from Belfast.
Aaron’s work is inspired by his inner child and the world around
him, and he loves exploring the innocence and creativity that
emerges when he takes a pencil in his hand. He was shortlisted for
the Information Book Award 2021 for How Many Mice Make an
Elephant?, written by Tracey Turner, published by Pan MacMillan and
for the North Somerset Teachers' Book Awards 2020 for Poems for a
Green Blue Planet written by Sabrina Mahfouz, published by
Hodder.
Top-notch nonfiction from a profoundly accomplished author, it’s
the sort of book that could ignite lifelong scientific
curiosity.
*The Guardian*
Full of insightful facts and curious conundrums, this is the
perfect present for any inquisitive child. Queries such as "Can you
touch a rainbow?", "How do planes fly?" and more are answered in
witty, informative ways. I'd advise reading it yourself so you can
act smug when the answers finally come!
*The Sunday Times*
Super-smart, witty and full of wide-eyed wonder. Every page is a
delight. Be prepared to have your mind boggled!
*Ben Hoare Author of An Anthology of Intriguing Animals*
This is a delightful book to read with a child. Isabel's clear and
succinct answers, combined with the gorgeous illustrations make
this a perfect addition to our regular bedtime reading.
*Alom Shaha, physics teacher and author*
With a toddler who asks me why, dozens of times a day, I'm relieved
to have found the perfect book to satisfy her curiosity! The range
of topics and breadth of science covered is breathtaking, and the
illustrations bring a beautiful warmth. Forget my child, I'm
learning loads too.
*Roma Agrawal engineer and author of How Was That Built?*
Certain to appeal to the always and the sometimes curious, this is
a book you’ll want to return to again and again.
*Books for Keeps*
Isabel Thomas offers snappy, perfectly pitched scientific answers,
while illustrator Aaron Cushley gives an energetic and fun feel to
the lot.
*Irish Independent*
This is a go-to bedside read for when the most outlandish of
questions pops into your head keeping you up at night. Or if you
simply want to reignite that wonderful sense of childlike curiosity
and innocence.
*Irish Examiner*
With bright, bold illustrations by Aaron Cushley, Isabel Thomas’
The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions explores a huge range of
scientific topics in an engaging way that’s sure to satisfy
committed young thinkers. Moreover, it’s also set to inspire 7+
year-olds who’ve yet to be sparked by the magic of science and
nature.
*LoveReading4Kids*
Fun, fascinating and perfect for young and curious minds.
*Good Reading Magazine*
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