The Story of Everything

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What is The Story of Everything about?

How did everything begin? This lively non-fiction picture book takes young readers on a spectacular journey from the Big Bang to the world we know today. Neal Layton introduces the birth of stars, planets and the first life on Earth, then follows evolution through plants, animals, dinosaurs, humans, the Ice Age and the rise of towns and cities. Quirky collage illustrations and clear, playful explanations make enormous ideas—billions of years, space and scientific change—feel exciting, understandable and surprisingly close to home.

About the author

Neal Layton is a talented author and illustrator from the UK who loves creating fun and imaginative books for children. He is well known for illustrating the much-loved 'Emily Brown' series, written by Cressida Cowell. Neal enjoys using different materials to make his pictures exciting and lively, inspiring children to explore their own creativity.