num_pages: 151
description: Leads the reader on a delightful and absorbing journey through the ages, on the trail of the elements of the Periodic Table as we know them today. He introduces the young reader to people like Von Helmont, Boyle, Stahl, Priestly, Cavendish, Lavoisier, and many others, all incredibly diverse in personality and approach, who have laid the groundwork for a search that is still unfolding to this day. The first part of Wiker's witty and solidly instructive presentation is most suitable to middle school age, while the later chapters are designed for ages 12-13 and up, with a final chapter somewhat more advanced. Illustrated by Jeanne Bendick and Ted Schluenderfritz.
language: English
title: Mystery of the Periodic Table
titlecomplete: Mystery of the Periodic Table (Living History Library)
genres: Science Nature, History, Education, Childrens, Chemistry, Read For School, School, Middle Grade, Science, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 492
publisher: Bethlehem Books