My First Book About Series Blog Tour: Review + Giveaway

 

 

My First Book About Dinosaurs
Written by Donald M. Silver and Patricia J. Wynne
Ages 8-12 | 48 Pages
Publisher: Dover Publications

Publisher’s Synopsis: 

Welcome to the amazing world of dinosaurs! Children ages 8 and up can discover where these prehistoric creatures lived, the food they ate, and what they may have looked like. Along the way, they’ll encounter bone-crushing teeth, slashing claws, and spiked tails while learning fascinating facts about dinosaur eggs and fossils, moving continents, climate changes, exploding volcanoes, and even an asteroid crashing into Earth.

Other Books in the Series:

My First Book About Our Amazing Earth

My First Book About the Oceans

My First Book About Backyard Nature

Purchase Links:

https://amzn.to/2TeZ540

https://bookshop.org/a/2078/9780486845562

https://store.doverpublications.com/0486845567.html

My First Book About Dinosaurs is a fantastic nonfiction children's book about dinosaurs. Focused on kids between the ages of eight and twelve, it gives a great introduction into the vast topic of dinosaurs - where they lived, how they lived, what they looked and acted like, what they ate, and even what may have caused their extinction. There's a ton of wonderful information packed into this book and it's full of fun facts and cool details. The illustrations are beautifully done with lots of vivid colors and details. It was a fun book to both read and look at which should make learning about dinosaurs not only fun but informative without being boring.

An accomplished science and nature illustrator, Patricia J. Wynne is the recipient of the 2008 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor and has won awards from Parenting magazine, the John Burroughs Association, and the National Science Teachers Association. Patricia's artwork has appeared in galleries, magazines, newspapers, and more than 100 books for both children and adults. She is the illustrator of numerous successful Dover titles on science and nature, including My First Book About Outer Space and My First Book About the Body.

Trained as a research scientist, Donald M. Silver has written more than 80 books for students of all ages and for teachers. His One Small Square series takes a close-up look at plants and animals where they live. He has won numerous awards including the Children's Science Writing Award in Physics and Astronomy from the American Institute of Physicists. He lives in New York City where he has worked with Patricia J. Wynne since 1981 and with whom he has co-authored numerous successful Dover titles on science and nature, including the "My First Book" series.

Enter for a chance to win a set of four My First Science Books!

Three (3) winners receive:

• A copy of My First Book About Dinosaurs

• A copy of My First Book About Our Amazing Earth

• A copy of My First Book About the Oceans

• A copy of My First Book About Backyard Nature

The giveaway begins May 31, 2021, at 12:01 A.M. MT and ends June 30, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. MT.

 

My First Sceince Book Giveaway 

 

 

Tour Schedule:

Monday, May 31, 2021 The Children’s Book Review Tour Kick-Off ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Monday, May 31, 2021 BookshelfMomma A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 Crafty Moms Share A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 Heart to Heart A book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs

Thursday, June 3, 2021 Over Coffee Conversations A beyond the book activity ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Friday, June 4, 2021 Lisa’s Reading A guest article by Donald M. Silver

Sunday, June 6, 2021 A Dream Within a Dream A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Monday, June 7, 2021 Shooting Stars Magazine A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 The Fairview Review A book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 J.R.s Book Reviews A book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs

Thursday, June 10, 2021 Life Is What It’s Called A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Friday, June 11, 2021 The Momma Spot A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 The Review Wire A book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs

Thursday, June 17, 2021 Books Are Magic Too A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Friday, June 18, 2021 Library Lady’s Kid Lit A book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs

Sunday, June 20, 2021 Barbara Ann Mojica’s Blog A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

Monday, June 21, 2021 The Children’s Book Review A review of ‘My First Science Book’ Series

 

 

 Disclosure: I partnered with The Children's Book Review and Dover Publications for this blog tour.

 

 

Cosmic Queries Blog Tour: Review

Cosmic Queries
Author: Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Release Date: March 2, 2021
Publisher: National Geographic
Hardcover: 312 Pages

In this thought-provoking follow-up to his acclaimed StarTalk book, uber astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's most important philosophical questions about the universe with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. 

For science geeks, space and physics nerds, and all who want to understand their place in the universe, this enlightening new book from Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a unique take on the mysteries and curiosities of the cosmos, building on rich material from his beloved StarTalk podcast. In these illuminating pages, illustrated with dazzling photos and revealing graphics, Tyson and co-author James Trefil, a renowned physicist and science popularizer, take on the big questions that humanity has been posing for millennia--How did life begin? What is our place in the universe? Are we alone?--and provide answers based on the most current data, observations, and theories.  

Populated with paradigm-shifting discoveries that help explain the building blocks of astrophysics, this relatable and entertaining book will engage and inspire readers of all ages, bring sophisticated concepts within reach, and offer a window into the complexities of the cosmos. 

For all who loved National Geographic's StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson, Cosmos: Possible Worlds, and Space Atlas, this new book will take them on more journeys into the wonders of the universe and beyond.

 

Purchase Links:  National Geographic | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

National Geographic has proven it's the best in blending science, facts and fun along with stunning photography and fantastic illustrations. This book is focused on a variety of subjects including philosophy, science, history, astrology, and so much more for both beginners and those who have been studying these topics for awhile. The book covers the top questions most people have: What is life? How old is the universe and how did it all begin? Are we alone in the universe? How will it all end? and so many more. There's a ton of information packed into this book. I learned a lot just from reading through it once and I know I'll be referring to it again and again for more interesting tidbits to learn about. The photography is nothing short of gorgeous, which I've come to expect from National Geographic. Every single page of the book is packed full of valuable information, intriguing side notes, historical facts, and lots of photos and illustrations. Anyone who has ever been interested in the cosmos, philosophy, and science should definitely pick up this book!

Legendary astrophysicist NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON is the host of the popular podcast StarTalk Radio and Emmy award-winning National Geographic Channel shows StarTalk and Cosmos. He earned his BA in physics from Harvard and his Ph.D. in astrophysics from Columbia. The author of more than a dozen books, including the best-selling Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, Tyson is the first Frederick P. Rose Director of the Hayden Planetarium. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children. Follow him on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok.

  

Backyard Guide to the Night Sky Blog Tour: Review

Backyard Guide to the Night Sky
Release Date: March 19, 2019
Publisher: National Geographic; 2nd edition Paperback: 288 pages 

Description:

Explore the star-studded cosmos with this fully updated, user-friendly skywatcher's guide, filled with charts, graphics, photographs, and expert tips for viewing -- and understanding -- the wonders of space. 

Stargazing's too much fun to leave to astronomers. In these inviting pages, "Night Sky Guy" Andrew Fazekas takes an expert but easygoing approach that will delight would-be astronomers of all levels. Essential information, organized logically, brings the solar system, stars, and planets to life in your own backyard. Start with the easiest constellations and then "star-hop" across the night sky to find others nearby. Learn about the dark side of the moon, how to pick Mars out of a planetary lineup, and which kinds of stars twinkle in your favorite constellations. Hands-on tips and techniques for observing with the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope help make the most out of sightings and astronomical phenomena such as eclipses and meteor showers. Photographs and graphics present key facts in an easy-to-understand format, explaining heavenly phenomena such as black holes, solar flares, and supernovas. Revised to make skywatching even easier for the whole family, this indispensable guide shines light on the night sky--truly one of the greatest shows on Earth!

 

Purchase Links: Amazon | IndieBound | Barnes & Noble

National Geographic has once again proven it's spot as the best in blending facts and fun along with stunning photography. This book is a guide to stargazing and so much more for both beginners and those who have been studying it for awhile. The book covers everything from all the planets in our solar system and their various characteristics, to the earth and the moon, to the sun and beyond. There's a ton of information packed into this small book - a lot more than I expected. I learned a lot just from reading through it once and I know I'll be referring to it again and again for more interesting tidbits to learn about. The photography is nothing short of incredibly gorgeous, which I've come to expect from National Geographic. Every single page of the book is packed full of valuable information, intriguing side notes, historical facts, and lots of photos. Anyone who has ever been interested in stargazing or astronomy should definitely pick up this book!

 

Visual Galaxy Blog Tour: Review

Visual Galaxy
Release Date: October 22, 2019
Publisher: National Geographic
Hardcover: 324 pages

Description:

This compelling visual journey through our galaxy combines more than 350 photographs, illustrations, and graphics to present the universe as you've never seen it before. Galaxia is a deep dive into the past, present, and future of our home galaxy, the Milky Way. In this mind-expanding visual tour through the cosmos, spectacular photographs are converted into interpretive graphics, starting with the sun and moving outward into space where stars are born, black holes lurk, and planets of diverse size and anatomy spin through their orbit. The final chapters locate our galaxy within the known universe and add a scintillating peek of other exoplanets in the cosmos. Detailed maps and fascinating imagery from recent space missions are paired with clear, authoritative scientific information.

 

Purchase Links: Amazon | Amazon.ca | IndieBound | Barnes & Noble

Visual Galaxy is a beautiful and informative collection of all astronomical subjects - from planets and moons to galaxies and black holes. There's a ton of fascinating facts on each page along with absolutely gorgeous pictures. You learn things without really concentrating on it. I loved the pictures so much and they really intrigued me, so I wanted to know more about them. And there just happens to be information, statistics, and so many other nuggets of knowledge right there. The entire book was this way and I actually sat down and read the entire thing in one sitting. I was so wrapped up in the facts and pictures that I lost track of time and then I had finished it. I can't recommend this wonderful book highly enough to readers of all ages. There's something in here for everyone. Definitely a must-have for fans of astronomy, space, and anything space-related.