
Titles in This Set
General Relativity for Babies
Rocket Science for Babies
Newtonian Physics for Babies
Quantum Physics for Babies
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9781492670438
Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Age Range: Ages 0-3 (Infant/Toddler)
Overview
The Baby University four-book board book set brings big scientific ideas down to baby size. Written by physicist and children's author Chris Ferrie, General Relativity for Babies, Rocket Science for Babies, Newtonian Physics for Babies, and Quantum Physics for Babies use bold illustrations and short, friendly text to introduce gravity, motion, flight, and the quantum world. Durable board pages stand up to little hands and repeat reading, making this a sturdy first-science library for babies and toddlers, perfect for tummy time, story time, or a quiet moment before bed.
About the Books
Each board book distills a genuinely complex branch of physics into something a baby can enjoy and a parent can explain. General Relativity for Babies uses simple comparisons to hint at how gravity bends the path of everything from apples to planets. Rocket Science for Babies walks through the basics of thrust, air, and motion that let rockets leave the ground, connecting the ideas to everyday play with balls and toys. Newtonian Physics for Babies focuses on push, pull, and the forces behind everyday motion, giving toddlers an early feel for cause and effect. Quantum Physics for Babies rounds out the set with a playful look at atoms and the strange behavior of particles. Chris Ferrie's trademark style keeps sentences short and illustrations bold, so babies stay engaged page after page while grownups get an easy, accurate script to follow. Because the four books share the same format, they read as a cohesive set rather than four unrelated titles. Board pages are thick and rounded, built for chewing and stacking, so the set holds up through daily handling.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
General Relativity for Babies — introduces the idea that gravity shapes how objects move through space and time.
Rocket Science for Babies — explores the basics of thrust, air, and motion behind how rockets fly.
Newtonian Physics for Babies — covers push, pull, and the forces behind everyday motion.
Quantum Physics for Babies — offers a playful first look at atoms and the odd behavior of particles.
About the Author
Chris Ferrie is a physicist, mathematician, and father who set out to make real science accessible to the youngest readers. He holds a PhD in applied mathematics and has worked in quantum information research at the University of Technology Sydney. Ferrie created the Baby University series to give babies and toddlers an honest, age-appropriate introduction to scientific ideas usually reserved for much older students. His books combine simple language, bold illustration, and genuine scientific concepts, and the series has become a popular gift for parents who want to nurture curiosity from day one.
Why You'll Love This Set
This four-book set turns nap time and playtime into tiny science lessons, making it a memorable baby shower or first-birthday gift. The sturdy board format survives sticky fingers and repeat reads, while the bright art keeps babies coming back for more curiosity-building fun.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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