Burn: Michael Faraday's Candle: Darcy Pattison, Michael Faraday, Peter Willis: 9781629440453: Amazon.com: Books
What makes a candle burn? Solid wax is somehow changed into light and heat. But how? Travel back in time to December 28, 1848 in London, England to one of the most famous juvenile science Christmas lectures at the Royal Institution. British scientist Michael Faraday encouraged kids to carefully observe a candle and to try to figure out how it burned. Since Faraday’s lecture, “The Chemical History of a Candle,” was published in 1861, it’s never been out of print. Faraday originally gave seven lectures on how a candle burns. Pattison has adapted the first 6000-word lecture to about 650 words for modern elementary students. Known as one of the best science experimenters ever, Faraday’s passion was always to answer the basic questions of science: “What is the cause? Why does it occur?”See all 3 images
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Burn: Michael Faraday's Candle Paperback – June 29, 2016
by Darcy Pattison (Author), Michael Faraday (Author), & 1 more
4.6 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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Editorial Reviews
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"Delightful," say science educators
With this delightful book, Darcy Pattison brings one of Michael Faraday's famous scientific lectures for children to a whole new generation of young learners. Peter Willis' colorful artwork illustrates Faraday's own explanations in a scientific, yet kid-friendly style. This book is a wonderful way to introduce children to this extraordinary scientist and to teach them about changes in matter with a familiar, yet remarkable, object - a candle.
- Karen Ansberry and Emily Morgan, Authors of Picture-Perfect Science Lessons
"Good, simple explanation of a complex chemical process. Great enrichment possibilities for teachers. I loved the illustrations, the science, and the British tone. Overall, thumbs up!"
Deb Thrall, President, New Mexico Science Teacher's Association
School Library Journal says, ". . .whimsical illustrations. . "
". . .for readers. . .beginning the learn the process of scientific inquiry."
". . .exciting. . .enhanced by dashing, colorful, quirky illustrations. . .brilliant. . . ." Midwest Book
About the Author
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Darcy Pattison is the author of Abayomi, the Brazilian Puma: The True Story of an Orphaned Cub, which was named a 2015 National Science Teacher's Association Outstanding Science Trade Book. Desert Baths was named a 2013 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book. For more, see darcypattison.com/book.
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR:
Peter Willis 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. This is his debut picture book. Peter Willis brings humor to the story, but he also manages to convey accurate information about matter and its physical properties.
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Product details
Age Range: 6 - 12 years
Grade Level: Kindergarten - 6
Lexile Measure: 840L (What's this?)
Paperback: 32 pages
Publisher: Mims House (June 29, 2016)
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Biography
Darcy Pattison is an Arkansas (US) children's book author and writing teacher.
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WRITING TEACHER:
In 1999, she created the Novel Revision Retreat, which she now teaches across the nation. For more, see http://www.darcypattison.com/speaking/ Books about how-to write include:
START YOUR NOVEL: Six Winning Steps Toward a Compelling Opening Line, Scene and Chapter
NOVEL METAMORPHOSIS: Uncommon Ways to Revise
THE BOOK TRAILER MANUAL
HOW TO WRITE A CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK
30 DAYS TO A STRONGER NOVEL
CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR:
Translated into ten languages, her books have been recognized for excellence by starred reviews, Book of the Year awards, state award lists and more. She is the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governor's Arts Award for Individual Artist for her work in children's literature. Titles include:
NONFICTION
Moment in Science series
ECLIPSE: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity
POLLEN: Darwin's 130-Year Prediction **Fall 2019 Junior Library Guild selection**
CLANG: Ernst Chladni's Sound Experiments **2019 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book
BURN: Michael Faraday's Candle
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Biography
Darcy Pattison is an Arkansas (US) children's book author and writing teacher.
Join the mailing list for author updates, special prices, and a FREE book:
https://mimshouse.com/newsletter
WRITING TEACHER:
In 1999, she created the Novel Revision Retreat, which she now teaches across the nation. For more, see http://www.darcypattison.com/speaking/ Books about how-to write include:
START YOUR NOVEL: Six Winning Steps Toward a Compelling Opening Line, Scene and Chapter
NOVEL METAMORPHOSIS: Uncommon Ways to Revise
THE BOOK TRAILER MANUAL
HOW TO WRITE A CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK
30 DAYS TO A STRONGER NOVEL
CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR:
Translated into ten languages, her books have been recognized for excellence by starred reviews, Book of the Year awards, state award lists and more. She is the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governor's Arts Award for Individual Artist for her work in children's literature. Titles include:
NONFICTION
Moment in Science series
ECLIPSE: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity
POLLEN: Darwin's 130-Year Prediction **Fall 2019 Junior Library Guild selection**
CLANG: Ernst Chladni's Sound Experiments **2019 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book
BURN: Michael Faraday's Candle
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13 customer reviews
February 9, 2016
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
The story makes capillary action and cohesion easy to understand. I like the clever way that Darcy Pattison has Michael Faraday's students "see the current of the flame". The illustrations are cute and interesting. As a teacher, I always enjoy books and drawings that show children enjoying science! And, there is a bit of history tossed in the mix as well. Can't wait to hold this book in my hands!
March 2, 2018
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
A great look at science for children - maybe 7 and up
September 6, 2017
Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase
Great book. A little advanced for our 5 yr old granddaughter but she'll grow into it. Something to share with science-bent grandfather.
February 15, 2018
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
Very interesting history of Michael Faraday's life.
April 11, 2016
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
What a fun look at a little known scientist and teacher! Darcy was shining when she shed a light on this topic for young people in his story.
June 1, 2016
Format: Paperback
Take yourselves back in time to December 28th, 1848 to a place called London, England! It is time for one of the most famous Royal Institution Christmas Lectures ever! (When we lived in England, Richard used to watch this Christmas series EVERY year!) As a matter of interest did you know that these lectures are the "longest running series of science education lectures in the world"?
The original lecture by Michael Faraday on how a candle burns was 6,500 words and has never been out of print! In this picture book the text has been shortened to approximately 650 words. Fascinating chemistry and history for kids along with bold and sometimes amusing illustrations.
I hope from the above, along with the pictures, you can catch a glimpse of how educational this book is. It is very well written, providing more detailed information on the lecturer and the lectures at the end of the book. Paperback copy provided in exchange for an honest review. Thanks, Liz
The original lecture by Michael Faraday on how a candle burns was 6,500 words and has never been out of print! In this picture book the text has been shortened to approximately 650 words. Fascinating chemistry and history for kids along with bold and sometimes amusing illustrations.
I hope from the above, along with the pictures, you can catch a glimpse of how educational this book is. It is very well written, providing more detailed information on the lecturer and the lectures at the end of the book. Paperback copy provided in exchange for an honest review. Thanks, Liz
March 23, 2016
Format: Hardcover
"The Chemical History of a Candle" is a complex concept even if you know about science. This book is displayed with historical beautifully detailed colorful illustrations that help to make the complex simple for a young reader. It teaches children to go beyond and ask what is the cause? Many more questions may arise about such words as stearin, guinea, and spermaceti whale. I especially liked the example of what happens when you dry your hands on a towel to explain capillary action. It was practical and easy to grasp. I liked the summary at the end which recapped the story and the background history of Michael Faraday.
