I, Humanity

· Big Kid Science
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32
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About this ebook

Explore humanity's journey to understand our place in the universe.

I, Humanity tells the story of what we now know about the universe and how we learned it, from ancient views of a flat Earth to our modern understanding. Written in the first person from the viewpoint of humanity, this book educates, inspires, and offers a new perspective on our planet and its place in the vast cosmos. Perfect for children and adults alike, it's a journey through science, history, and the human spirit.

Discover how we went from ancient conceptions to modern understanding:

  • Learn about Earth's orbit and its place in the universe
  • See our planet in a new light
  • Dream of making the world a better place
Part of NASA's Story Time from Space program, read aloud by astronauts for children around the world. A wonderful resource for science education and inspiring curiosity about the universe.

Explore humanity's journey to understand our place in the universe. I, Humanity tells the story of what we now know about the universe and how we learned it, from ancient views of a flat Earth to our modern understanding. Written in the first person from the viewpoint of humanity, this book educ...

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About the author

Jeffrey Bennett, winner of the 2013 American Institute of Physics Science Communication Award, is an astrophysicist and educator who proposed the idea for and helped develop the Voyage Scale Model Solar System—the first science-oriented exhibit approved for permanent installation on the National Mall in Washington, DC. He is the lead author of college textbooks in four subjects—astronomy, astrobiology, mathematics, and statistics—and has written critically acclaimed books for the general public including Beyond UFOs and On the Cosmic Horizon. He is also the author of children's books, including those in the Science Adventures with Max the Dog series and The Wizard Who Saved the World. He lives in Boulder, Colorado.
Jeffrey Bennett, winner of the 2013 American Institute of Physics Science Communication Award, is an astrophysicist and educator who proposed the idea for and helped develop the Voyage Scale Model Solar System—the first science-oriented exhibit approved for permanent installation on the National ...

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