Clang! 6 8 science

Darcy Pattison

Mar 2018 · Moments in Science Book 2 · Mims House

About this ebook

2019 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book

SLJ Review: "engaging narrative. . . enjoyable read. . . ."

NSTA: A sound representation of sound! Takes the, sometimes hard to grasp, concept of soundand sound waves and makes it fun to learn.

Elementary Science - Sound and Sound Waves

What if your science experiments were so interesting that even an Emperor wanted to know more?

In 1806, scientist Ernst Chladni (KLOD-nee) left Germany for a three-year road trip, entertaining Europeans with his science.

He made wires, columns of air, and solids vibrate. He wrote about this in his native German language, but his French scientist friends wanted to read about it in French. How could he get the cash he needed to write his new book?

In February 1809, Chladni's friends took him to the Tuliere Palace.

This elementary science picture book dramatizes the exciting meeting between a German scientist and French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte.

Like Bill Nye, the Science Guy today, Chladni popularized science. But during his work as an entertainer, he struggled to find the time and finances do actual research.

This story provides a glimpse at the life of Ernst Chladni, the Father of Acoustics. It's an amazing example of how scientists collaborate internationally.

The story is based on Chladni's own description of the event.

About the author

Darcy Pattison is the author of science books for kids, including three National Science Teacher¿s Association Outstanding Science Trade Books: Nefertiti, the Spidernaut, 2017; Abayomi, the Brazilian Puma: The True Story of an Orphaned Cub, 2015; and Desert Baths 2013. She also writes science fiction early chapter books and science fiction young adult novels. For more, see darcypattison.com/about. With over 20 years experience in illustration and design, illustrator Peter Willis continues to be as enthusiastic and passionate about his work as ever. His illustrations have palpable character, bringing them to life through his craft and quirky approach. He lives in North East England with his wife and daughter. Other books include BURN: MICHAEL FARADAY¿S CANDLE. Peter Willis brings humor to the story, but he also manages to convey accurate information about matter and its physical properties.