National Geographic Readers: Ibn Alhaytham: The Man Who Discovered How We See

Celebrated in a film featuring Omar Sharif in his final role, meet the scientist known as the "Father of Optics," Ibn al-Haytham

During the golden age of science, knowledge, and invention in Muslim civilization -- also known as the "Dark Ages" in Western Europe -- this incredible scholar discovered how we see and set the stage for the methods we now know as the scientific process. Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, kids will learn all about this fascinating scientist.

The level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for independent readers. This book is a companion to the international educational campaign, "1001 Inventions and the World of Ibn al-Haytham," that includes interactive exhibits, workshops, live shows, and a 12-minute film starring Omar Sharif in his final film role before his death.

Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Published: 07/12/2016
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.80w x 0.20d
ISBN: 9781426325007
Age: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 184220 / Ibn Al-Haytham: The Man Who Discovered How We See


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2016
School Library Journal 06/01/2016 pg. 127
Booklist 06/01/2016 pg. 96

About the Author
Libby Romero was a journalist and a teacher before becoming an author. She has written teacher's guides, interactive whiteboards, and a variety of other materials for publishers such as National Geographic's Explorer magazine and the Smithsonian Institution's Tween Tribune. Romero is the author of dozens of books, including the National Geographic Reader biography Ibn al-Haytham: The Man Who Discovered How We See.