Hypatia was born in Alexandria, Egypt in the fourth century. When she was born, her father, the mathematician Theon, pledged to teach her everything he knew. In the book, 'Of Numbers and Stars: The Story of Hypatia' by D.Anne Love, we learn how Hypatia's father kept that promise. She grew up to be a women famous for her knowledge of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. Young scholars flocked to Egypt from all over the world to be her students. In an age when girls weren't even allowed to learn how to read and write, Hypatia became one of the most accomplished women of the ancient world.

Similar authors: Diane Stanley

Similar books: The Birth of Mathematics: Ancient Times to 1300 by Michael John Bradley; Cleopatra by Diane Stanley; Outrageous Women of Ancient Times by Vicki Leon; Ancient Mathematics by Rob Staeger

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 8/2/2010

ISBN-10: 0823416216

ISBN-13: 9780823416219

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Here's a totally different perspective on one of the most feared rodents in the world. Did you know that a rat can squeeze through a pipe the width of a quarter, climb straight up a brick wall, fall off a 5-story building and land safely on its feet, get flushed down a toilet and live, and, my all time favorite,climb up a drainpipe into a toilet bowl? But rats have some good traits, too. They are one of the cleanest rodents, they can tread water for 3 days, they work in a family group - protecting and caring for each other. And, when you're in China, order Jia Lu (super rat) - it's on most menus. Tasty, huh? These are only a few tasty morsels so pick up Oh, Rats! and learn more.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/13/2009

ISBN-10: 0525477624

ISBN-13: 9780525477624

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'July 20, 1969. For one miraculous moment, the playfulness of nursery rhymes, the fantasy of science fiction, and the reality of true science were joined.' What was that moment? It was when humans first landed on the moon. Wonderful, full-page paintings accompany this account of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins' historic mission. Read along and experience both the joy and the uncertainty of this incredible first- going to the moon.

Reviewed by: mec

Date read: 4/24/2010

ISBN-13: 9780399238833

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Oscar is a little kitten with lots of question about growing things. He meets Frog at the pond, who shares lots of information about growing, eating, and living. Includes an index and summaries in the back.

Reviewed by: donna

Date read: 9/29/2009

ISBN-10: 0763635588

ISBN-13: 9780763635589

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This book is written in the same style as Fleming's earlier work, Ben Franklin's Almanac, in blocks and vignettes of the subject's life. It is a very readable biography, with many little-known stories about Eleanor Roosevelt, 'first lady of the world,' as President Truman put it.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/13/2009

ISBN-10: 0689865449

ISBN-13: 9780689865442

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