Eureka!: The Most Amazing Scientific Discoveries of All Time

by Mike Goldsmith

Eureka! tells the stories of the of revolutionary scientific discoveries throughout history. Through a fusion of history and popular science, readers are introduced to the contributions made scientists such as Galileo, Louis Pasteur, and Marie Curie, and the passion and inspiration that fueled their discoveries.

The book is divided into key subject areas, including medicine, the human body, atoms and molecules, planet Earth, and the universe. Read the gripping real-life experiences of scientists who often risked injury and sometimes even their lives to change the way we think. Each thrilling "Eureka!" moment is brought vividly to life with fascinating details of experiments and equipment and stories of the scientists’ terrible blunders and lucky mistakes. This book brings the excitement of scientific exploration vividly to life for young readers who are increasingly urged to pursue professions in the sciences.

Genres: History, Science, Nonfiction

96 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2014

About the author

Dr. Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University, where he also obtained his PhD in astrophysics. He was formerly the head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory and is now an author of nonfiction books for children.

Reviews

[Steve Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have a friend that can be relied upon to buy me a science book as a birthday or Christmas present: occasionally she gets one targeted for a much younger reader than me. Reviewing this in that regards: this is a very good starting point for a youngster just starting off in the study of science. Ideal for a preteen but much older than that and they will feel a bit patronised by the text.

[Bon Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was fun. I learned about a lot of different scientific discoveries that made scientists say Eureka.

[Dustin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Students looking for a basic overview of scientific discoveries through time can quickly absorb this interesting book. Eureka! takes 19 discoveries in 5 branches of science and breaks them down into understandable text and key moments that shaped our view of the world and beyond. The layout here is a successful concoction of the scientific method, engaging sidebars, visual information with captions, informative timelines, and a consistent format which draws in the reader. In fact, this is a prime example of a non fiction text to share with students. With all the elements of an informational text combined with captivating stories and discoveries, I’d say that Archimedes was right to proclaim, “Eureka!” They’ve got it!

[Betsy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Information 2014
This would be a good addition to a 4th-8th grade classroom library. The text gives snapshots of some of the leading scientists in human history. Each scientist gets 4-6 pages with pictures and photos if possible. It's interesting without being overwhelming!

[Stranger Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un libro de divulgación científica estupendo, tanto para niños como para gente adulta. Lo recomiendo muchísimo.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Brief overviews of a lot of scientific discoveries, focus on challenges in very interesting.

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great homeschool resource especially for those studying the great scientist.