Archimedes and the Door of Science

An interesting story-like book. It's a great fit for middle school age.

Excellent book.

Interesante y accesible para niños de 8 años en adelante, debería estar en las bibliotecas escolares en inglés y en español

This book is engaging and funny, smart and clever, profound and simple. It may be the best book I have read this year, because even though written for young readers, it is packed with information.Ancient Sicily becomes accessible as a culture and lifestyle through this book. And Archimedes' discoveries are made clear through written descriptions and illustrations that are perfect for the text. The information about the way children were instructed in Syracuse, and then about how Archimedes furthered his education, was compelling. The love of learning shines in this book.The geometry chapters are advanced, but not too difficult. And the section about the war machines he invented was downright fun!There are immediate applications for learning at home -- creating mobiles to learn about centers of gravity, using levers and screws and pulleys, studying eclipses and the solar system. This is an excellent, excellent book.First written in 1962, republished by Bethlehem Books, and a must-read. Enjoy it for yourself!As a tie-in for homeschoolers or interested kids, also try your hand at this game:  Melissa & Doug SuspendMelissa & Doug Suspend

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