Can You Get Rainbows in Space: A Colourful Compendium of Space and Science

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Can You Get Rainbows in Space answers the colourful questions that we've all had, including 'why is the sky blue' and 'why are carrots orange' in this beautifully illustrated compendium of space and science. Why is blood red Why are carrots orange Who invented the lightbulb Why is the world 'going green' Is the sky really blue And what is ultraviolet light You'll discover the answers to these questions - and many more - in this incredible collection of scientific facts about colour. We'll talk about light (the most important thing) and waves (not the kind you see at the beach - though you will learn why the sea looks blue!). You'll find out how some animals are able to glow in the dark and how others change their colours to hide from predators. Keep reading to discover why leaves change colour in the autumn, why your veins look blue but your blood is red, and how the language we use shapes the colours we see . . . And you'll even be taught by a real astronomer, Dr Sheila Kanani, exactly how to make a rainbow - in space.

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"This beautifully illustrated journey over the rainbow gave me the answers to fascinating questions I hadn't even realised I really needed to ask! A book shimmering with joyously colourful facts to focus the curiosity of young readers." -- Kate Pankhurst
"Can You Get Rainbows in Space is a stunning kaleidoscope beaming out a huge range of science topics, from astronomy to zoology, expertly stitched together by the threads of colours!" -- Professor Raman Prinja
"The most colourful book about science and our world and why it is so beautiful!" -- Jenny Jacoby
"It's a glowing journey through the rainbow. Who knew the secret of why some eyes are blue, and that it's actually an optical illusion! Lavishly illustrated, this book shows us there's so much to find out about our colourful world and how we see it." -- Mini Grey

Author Bio

Dr Sheila Kanani is a planetary physicist, science presenter, secondary school physics teacher, space comedian and published author, with a background in astrophysics and astronomy research from UK universities. She regularly acts as a science ambassador, visiting schools and speaking at events. Sheila is currently the Education, Outreach and Diversity officer for the Royal Astronomical Society. Sheila enjoys walking on her local beach with her family of boys, playing sports, gazing at the stars, reading and eating (preferably reading whilst eating!). Her favourite planet is Saturn.