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Description
While her father Galileo sleeps during the day, his young daughter Virginia explores his study and discovers a box with five special objects inside. The objects four pieces of glass and a feather reveal the wonders of the natural world to her in new ways. The book uses rich Renaissance-style illustrations to recreate Galileo's world and provide a child's-eye introduction to the famous scientist's work.
Quick Summary
This book turns a legendary scientist into a playground of wonder by letting kids see famous tools through a curious child's eyes. Kids will love spotting the telescope, compass, and pendulum alongside Maria Celeste, feeling like they've uncovered cool secrets in a real genius's study. If your kid loves "Nosey Mice" or any book about curious kids exploring forbidden places, they'll adore this sweet historical treasure hunt. Perfect for Kindergarten through third grade readers who enjoy gentle mysteries and seeing science through a friend's adventurous perspective.