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Author: John Devolle
Publisher: Steerforth Press
Year: 2025
Language: en
Pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9781782695318
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Weight: 1.25002102554 pounds
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Humans by John Devolle is the fifth installment in the Big Science for Little Minds series, published by Steerforth Press on September 2, 2025. This 32-page picture book is designed for young readers, introducing them to the fascinating world of human biology and anatomy. Through engaging illustrations and accessible language, the book explores what sets humans apart from other species, including our unique abilities and the complexities of the human brain.

In this edition, readers will uncover intriguing facts about human connections to other animals and the remarkable skills that distinguish us, such as playing musical instruments and writing. Aimed at children aged 4 and up, Humans serves as an enjoyable introduction to science, making it an ideal choice for parents to share with their curious children. The book combines educational content with captivating visuals, encouraging early learning in subjects like biology and anatomy.


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The exciting fifth installment in John Devolle’s Big Science for Little Minds series, the scientific picture books guaranteed to thrill young readers.

If you’re reading this book right now, then you are almost certainly a human…

Humans is the fifth book in the widely acclaimed Big Science for Little Minds series, written and illustrated by John Devolle. Previously, readers have learnt about atoms, brains, germs and planets – now it’s time to learn about what makes the human race so different to other species.

In this book, you’ll discover all sorts of amazing and mind-boggling facts about humans, like:

  • which animals we’re most closely related to
  • how it is that, unlike our animal relatives, we can do things like play the guitar and write with a pen
  • and even about the extraordinary organ that is the human brain – perhaps one of the most complex things in the whole universe!

Humans is a stunningly illustrated picture book, perfect for children aged 4+. It is a fun, accessible introduction to science for younger readers, and a great book for parents to read with curious young minds. The author, John Devolle, has run an art gallery in East London, been a graphic designer / art director, and, since 210, worked as an illustrator on numerous children’s books. Big Science for Little Minds combines his passion for science with his love of the visual arts.

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When was “Humans” published?
Publisher: Steerforth Press. Year: 2025.
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ISBN-13: 9781782695318.
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Language: en. Pages: 32.

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