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Mike Barfield, Author
Lauren Humphrey, Illustrator
Imprint: Laurence King Publishing
Publication date: October 8, 2026
Category: Educational: Physics
ISBN: 9781510231993
Imprint: Laurence King Publishing
Publication date: September 28, 2023
Category: Educational: Physics
ISBN: 9781510230439
Following The Element in the Room and That’s Life! this fun and beautiful book will have young scientists unlocking the world of Physics, seeing how the same physical laws which govern the wider universe are also at play much closer to home.
Covering motion, forces, gravity, energy, and much more, this engaging and accessible guide is complete with history comics to bring the stories to life and hands-on experiments to try at home. Get ready for an adventure as we reveal the rules that run the universe, all from the comfort of your kitchen counter!
‘This book’s engaging approach makes learning about the forces that govern our universe an unforgettable adventure for kids of all ages’.-Nwabata Nnani, American Scientist
Mike Barfield is a best-selling children’s author, cartoonist, poet and performer with books in well over a dozen different languages. He has a first-class degree in Biology from the University of London, and won the Blue Peter Book Awards 2021 for the Best Book with Facts.
Lauren Humphrey is an illustrator with 10 years’ experience, based in London, UK. Lauren loves working with bright colours, bold shapes and is often inspired by plants, animals and anatomy. She enjoys drawing characters and objects with unique proportions and perspectives. Her experience ranges from illustrating children’s informative picture books to designing puppets, sets and props for animation series.