General Relativity for Babies: An Introduction to Einstein's Theory of Relativity and Physics for Babies from the #1 Science Author for Kids (STEM and Science Gifts for Kids) (Baby University)

We bought this board book for our not yet born grandson. This book simplifies the General Theory of Relativity as far as you possibly can. It uses simple language and colorful illustrations to give the reader an idea of what is going on. Different sized masses are different sized balls, space-time curvature is illustrated using a distorted grid, and objects orbiting larger masses, such as a star, are shown as small balls having their paths curved by a warped grid. There are simple explanations for what a black hole is and what gravity waves are. A baby would not understand this book but maybe someone who is 3-4 years old would. But your expectations need to be realistic. It should also be noted that even if you understand the book, the explanations are too simplistic for you to really understand General Relativity, but the explanations are not so simple that they are wrong. The book will just give you an idea of what is going on. However, I was impressed by the fact that the author and illustrator were able to present such an abstract theory in a way that makes it possible for a child to at least have a clue. I think that the most important aspect of the book is not whether the child understands General Relativity but the interest in science that it may evoke.

This book is one that is either stand-alone, or one of a set that includes titles such as 'Rocket Science for Babies' and 'Astrophysics for Babies' (some others of which I have purchased). Obviously, even the most mild treatment of such a topic is going to require either extraordinary talent on the part of the baby, or a book that is little more than a tactile experience for the baby. But here's the deal - this isn't meant just for babies (sorry to ruin the surprise!). This book, and others like it in the series, is meant for the adults in the baby's life - if the adults begin to learn how to teach in very simple ways some of the most complex and deep of scientific truths and discoveries at a very early age, who knows? We might be producing the next Einstein of Bohr (that's Bohr, not bore). At the very least, we'll be raising a generation who isn't afraid of science and complex ideas, for they will have had them literally from the cradle. And that's what makes this series so great. This particular book starts with basic concepts useful in physics and relativity. This is a ball. It has mass (physics concept). More and less (basics). Flat space (a grid) versus curved space (think a grid painted on a trampoline with a bowling ball rolling on it). A small ball curves it less. A larger ball curves it more. Of course, these are very basic, and there are issues with the depiction, but guess what? Any depiction, even purely mathematical ones, have issues, when it comes to general relativity. But getting used to things early will make any child (and any adult helping the child) more at ease with the more complex pieces later on. Don't worry, phrases like 'definitely determine' are not part of the book. It is colourful. It is fun. It is useful. An ideal gift in many ways, for baby and new parents.

I recently explored General Relativity for Babies by Chris Ferrie with my 7-year-old, and it was an intriguing experience. The book aims to simplify Einstein's complex theory into digestible concepts for young minds. While the material is quite advanced, the author employs colorful illustrations and straightforward language to convey the basics of mass, gravity, and the curvature of space. My child was particularly fascinated by the visuals depicting how mass can warp space, leading to a discussion about black holes and the universe's mysteries. Although the subject matter is ambitious for a children's book, it served as a unique introduction to physics and sparked curiosity about the cosmos. A commendable effort to make high-level science accessible to young readers.

My son has loved this book since we got it. He was a year old when he first got it and now, at 15 months, he carries the book out to us saying “ma- ma-“, (his attempt to say “mass”). The pages are simple, probably why babies get pulled in so easily. We read it to him and use his hands to point to the balls, and since we use asl with him, I do the sign for mass whenever it comes up, and he just laughs. I only noticed later that his planet books, which he also loves, are written by Chris Ferrie too. It’s a great introduction to the world of physics, my kid loves it. We’ve since purchased a couple more of the baby university, and he enjoys them all, but since general relativity was first, it’s still his favorite.

There are a couple of books that my kid just loves; that they run to first thing in the morning to pull open and flip through. This is one of them! The pages are easier to flip through for the little fingers compared to other books, which makes it a favorite. The colors are simple and fun. It’s a great book for babies!

Absolutely love this line of books for my son. This one in particular didn't grab his attention quite as much as all the others, but it's still good.

Gosh, what a great book! This is NOT just for babies, it's for anyoen who wants a beautifully-simple illustrious foray into the concrete fundamentals of physics. Buy one for yourself, I promise you will not be dissapointed!!!

It's not that I don't understand general relativity, but reading this to my toddler and 7 year old certainly reminds me that big ideas can be simplified into digestible concepts that are easy for even 1st graders to understand. Science can be fun and easy to learn for everyone! This book is very durable, it has survived my toddler "driving" it on the floor (literally just sliding it on the floor like toy car). Amazing book! I will definitely be buying the other books suggested on the back for my kiddos. Who knows, might even relearn a thing or two from the days of high school.

Güzel bi kitap ama bebeğe anlatmadan önce bu konuda bir fikriniz olması gerekiyor.

Great humour for adults also

La relatività generale spiegata molto bene per i più piccoli, con bei disegni e un linguaggio semplice e ricco di esempi

Dudo que sepa el significado de lo que dice, pero de vez en cuando me lo trae y me pide que se lo explique

Fabulous books for my grandchildren. Expanding their knowledge with complex concepts explained simply.