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Alexandra Badiu, Illustrator
Ruth Percival, Author
Series: Great Scientists
Imprint: Wayland
Publication date: September 25, 2025
Category: Science: general interest
ISBN: 9781526326614
Series: Great Scientists
Imprint: Wayland
Publication date: March 13, 2025
Category: Science: general interest
ISBN: 9781526326607
Leonardo da Vinci tells the story of this key scientific and artistic figure – covering his origins as the son of a notary through his life in the workshops of Florence, to exploring his extraordinary achievements in painting, architecture, engineering and science.
Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world’s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important. Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.
Alexandra Badiu is a Romanian children’s book illustrator and creative director for animation, currently living in Turkey.
Ruth Percival is a highly experienced editor of over ten years and has commissioned and edited award-winning books. She specialises in children’s non-fiction and has written several books for young children.