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Corey Tutt

The First Scientists: Deadly Inventions and Innovations from Australia's First Peoples

The First Scientists: Deadly Inventions and Innovations from Australia's First Peoples

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The First Scientists is a captivating illustrated science book for kids aged 7-12, exploring Indigenous knowledge and innovation, with six main chapters covering astronomy, engineering, forensic science, chemistry, land management, and ecology. It won the 2022 ABIA Book of the Year for Younger Children and was shortlisted for the CBCA Eve Pownall Award and the Queensland Literary Awards Children's Book Award.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2021
Publisher: Explore Australia


The First Scientists is a highly anticipated illustrated science book by Corey Tutt of DeadlyScience, aimed at children aged 7 to 12 years. It explores various scientific disciplines, including astronomy, engineering, forensic science, chemistry, land management, and ecology, and highlights the innovation of Australia's First Peoples. Through engaging stories, songs, and dance, the book shares the lessons of the land, sea, and sky with future scientists, making science more accessible and exciting. Vibrant illustrations by Blak Douglas bring the subjects to life, making science less intimidating and more relatable. The book has received numerous awards, including the 2022 ABIA Book of the Year for Younger Children, the 2022 CBCA Eve Pownall Award, and the 2022 Queensland Literary Awards Children's Book Award.

Weight: 656g
Dimension: 217 x 262 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781741177527

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