Description
Description
The exciting fifth installment in John Devolle's Big Science for Little Minds series, the scientific picture books guaranteed to thrill young readers. If you're reading this book right now, then you are almost certainly a human... Humans is the fifth book in the widely acclaimed Big Science for Little Minds series, written and illustrated by John Devolle. Previously, readers have learnt about atoms, brains, germs and planets - now it's time to learn about what makes the human race so different to other species. In this book, you'll discover all sorts of amazing and mind-boggling facts about humans, like:
- which animals we're most closely related to
- how it is that, unlike our animal relatives, we can do things like play the guitar and write with a pen
- and even about the extraordinary organ that is the human brain - perhaps one of the most complex things in the whole universe!
About the Author
About the Author
John Devolle studied Fine Art at the University of Westminster and has since run an art gallery in East London, been a graphic designer / art director, and, since 2010, worked as an illustrator on numerous children's books. John currently lives and works in Dublin.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"A jumping-off point for curious minds who may already be asking challenging questions... Filled with quirky, stylish and bright illustrations that pop"
--Children's Books Ireland "For curious minds who may already be asking challenging questions... Filled with quirky, stylish and bright illustrations that pop off the page... A joy to read"
--Inis Magazine (Ireland) "The latest in Devolle's series Big Science for Little Minds takes a factual and philosophical look at what it means to be human. Striking contemporary illustrations explore humanity inside and out, including our many quirky features like opposable thumbs and the ability to laugh.
With much to spot in the imagery and even more to ponder on in the text, Humans is a thoughtful and entertaining read. (Non-fiction, 8+)"
--Irish Examiner
"The exceedingly stylish Humans is perfectly pitched at its readership of young scientists. Gradually zooming in on what sets our species apart, this is a celebration of human ingenuity, communication and collaboration, served by bold, vibrant graphics"
--Irish Independent "A wonderful, unassuming and beautifully stylised picture book."
--Books for Keeps
--Children's Books Ireland "For curious minds who may already be asking challenging questions... Filled with quirky, stylish and bright illustrations that pop off the page... A joy to read"
--Inis Magazine (Ireland) "The latest in Devolle's series Big Science for Little Minds takes a factual and philosophical look at what it means to be human. Striking contemporary illustrations explore humanity inside and out, including our many quirky features like opposable thumbs and the ability to laugh.
With much to spot in the imagery and even more to ponder on in the text, Humans is a thoughtful and entertaining read. (Non-fiction, 8+)"
--Irish Examiner
"The exceedingly stylish Humans is perfectly pitched at its readership of young scientists. Gradually zooming in on what sets our species apart, this is a celebration of human ingenuity, communication and collaboration, served by bold, vibrant graphics"
--Irish Independent "A wonderful, unassuming and beautifully stylised picture book."
--Books for Keeps
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Pushkin Children's Books
Pub date:
2025-09-02
Length:
32 pages
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