About Time

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Explore the fascinating world of time with 'About Time: A Children's Guide to the History and Science of Time'. This engaging book delves into how humans have measured time throughout history, from ancient sundials to modern atomic clocks. Through interactive activities, children aged 7-9 will discover the mechanics of clocks, learn to tell time on various devices, and understand concepts like time zones and time management. Authored by an award-winning watchmaker and a physics teacher, this book offers a comprehensive look at the science and history of timekeeping.

About the author

Rebecca Struthers is a talented British watchmaker and writer who loves discovering the secrets of time. Alongside her husband, she runs a workshop where they create and restore beautiful watches. Rebecca wrote the fascinating book 'Hands of Time', sharing amazing stories about clocks, watches, and how people have measured time throughout history.