There's the Rub - by Ainissa Ramirez (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This science has traction! A fun, hands-on look at friction in everyday life from brushing teeth to biking, drawing, and more.

A joyful science picture book for ages 4 to 8 revealing that friction is all around us, turning everyday moments into hands-on learning everywhere kids look.

Friction is one of those things you don't notice until you have too little of it--or too much! But it's everywhere, and we'd literally be stuck without it.

With style and substance, scientist Ainissa Ramirez playfully explores friction in everyday life, from brushing your teeth to turning a page in a book. Drawing with a crayon is friction showing off!

Marianna Smith's dynamic illustrations feature a girl experiencing friction throughout the day as she bikes to school, plays sports, gets ready for bed, and then dreams of a hovering Maglev train whisking her into the future.

With the right amount of friction, we can all move forward.

About the Author

Ainissa Ramirez, PhD, is a scientist and science communicator who is passionate about getting the general public excited about science. A graduate of Brown University, she earned her doctorate in materials science and engineering from Stanford. Dr. Ramirez is the author of The Alchemy of Us, an award-winning book for older readers, and Spark: Jim West's Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone, a picture-book biography. She has also written for Forbes, Time, The Atlantic, Scientific American, American Scientist, and Science; explained science headlines on CBS, CNN, NPR, ESPN, and PBS; and given a TED talk on the importance of science education.

Marianna Smith is a Brazilian American illustrator whose cultural heritage and childhood memories inspire her work. She is passionate about telling empowering stories for multicultural audiences. This is her debut book. www.mariannasmith.com