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Elements of Life

By Parragon

Six ordinary elements hide an extraordinary secret: they make every living thing possible.

informative · illustrated · fascinating · accessible

Genres

Non-fiction Nature Health/Lifestyle

What is Elements of Life about?

Explore the six elements that are essential to life: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus and sulphur. This illustrated science reference book explains where these elements come from, how they behave and why living things need them. Clear facts, diagrams and examples help young readers understand the building blocks of the natural world, from the air we breathe to the cells in our bodies. A fascinating introduction to chemistry, biology and the science all around us.

About the author

Parragon is a book publisher that creates colourful, engaging books for children and families. Its collection includes storybooks, activity books, puzzles, colouring books and helpful reference guides. Parragon also publishes books featuring much-loved brands such as Disney, Marvel, Nickelodeon and CoComelon. Its bright ideas help young readers learn, imagine and enjoy every page.

Pages

210 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2022

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