Kids can explore the inner workings of this human mind with this hardback introduction to psychology, packed with diagrams and full-color illustrations. Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this accessible introduction explores all of psychology's most fundamental and fascinating topics for young readers. Children can discover out why we dream, how we store memories, what creates our personality and other intriguing concepts - all explained with practical and relatable examples. These big ideas pop off the page, thanks to vibrant diagrams and an engaging, energetic prose style. Topics include: - The brain and brain cells - Intelligence - Brain studies and experiments - Group psychology - Speech and language - Neurodiversity Curious kids aged 8+ can take their first step in understanding human behavior with this wide-ranging celebration of psychology. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Curious Kids series draws together a collection of meticulously researched, beautifully illustrated fact books that bring STEM subjects to life with a smart, modern sensibility.
Author Biography
Anna Claybourne is an award-winning science writer, and has written many books for Usborne Publishing, A&C Black and Franklin Watts. She writes mainly non-fiction, covering topics such as science, art, wildlife and fashion, but has also published books about Shakespeare, myths and legends and retellings of literary classics. She is based in Edinburgh.Josy Bloggs is an illustrator who has worked on a wide variety of children's nonfiction and fiction titles. She specializes in middle grade nonfiction including STEM and STEAM topics. She relishes the opportunity to create visually stimulating illustrations and present topics in an exciting and interesting way.
