This Strange Quantum World & You

by Patricia Topp

Book Overview

In the last few centuries, scientists studying the world in an objective way have solved many problems. Yet, with the view that only measurable things have reality, they have managed to split themselves and all of us off from the deep spiritual connection needed to live meaningful lives. Thus the scientists came upon their discoveries in the world of quantum physics totally unprepared. Their view of how the universe worked was shattered when they found that they could no longer stand outside looking in. In some strange way they themselves had become a part of their own experiments. This Strange Quantum World and You is a book for those from 9 to 90 who wish to gain some understanding of this quantum world. This smaller-than-an-atom world can be known only be suggestion. This book is geared toward children and suggests a few simple experiments to learn how the energy and the material part of our universe may work and that they are really different states of the same thing. We discover how information is carried in such a way as to make everything and everybody a part of a spiritual universe which is ONE. This leads children to a feeling of belonging. It also illustrates the necessity of watching how we think, speak, and act, so that we do a more responsible job of caring for our Earth and for each other. Endorsements "Patricia Topp has done a remarkable job of translating the language of quantum physics into one that a child can understand." Fritjof Capra, author of The Tao of Physics "Patricia Topp's book offers a bridge between the world of form and matter's true essence. Easy to read, it offers a straightforward understanding in an area of previous wonder. Having been an educator for over two decades, I plan to use this book and its experiments with my 4th grade class." Laurel Petersen "After reading This Strange Quantum World & You, I understood a lot more about science than I used to. The drawings and experiments help to give a more clear idea of what's being explained. This book makes reading about a tough subject fun and easy to understand." Natalie Nix, 7th grade student "This book flows from science to the beyond. Quality, thoughtful reading for children from eleven to one hundred and eleven." Terry Turk, M.S., M.A., L.P.C.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1577330358
• ISBN13: 9781577330356
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: Pelican Pond
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.3" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Brand new to quantum physics? This is for you!

Curious minds want to know! This very complex subject is made ridiculously easy to grasp by the author who seems to be writing for children, albeit smart children. Fascinating concepts are built upon each other in a very readable, understandable way. There are simple illustations that complement many concepts as well. As I read this book I would get so excited I would stop and share what I had just read with my husband. Mind boggling yet illuminating. I actually think I can wrap my brain around the Theory of Everything now by understanding bosons and Colossians 1:17!

Understand the basics of quantum physics in an afternoon

As an adult reading this book, easy enough for children to understand, I absolutely loved it! The basic concepts of quantum physics is explained in fun and easy-to-follow formats with examples and experiments for you to try. This book has definitely perked my interest in physics and I intend to find similar books to learn more. I borrowed this book from my local library, but now intend to buy it so that my children can read it and we can discuss the experiments suggested in the book. I think this book will inspire children and adults to learn more about the world we live in. I read this book in an afternoon. It is easy, fun, and interesting reading, and only 53 pages of larger print writing with many diagrams.

Making something complicated extraordinarily simple

Ms.Topp's short book should be on the book list of every 5th grade science teacher, 10 year old kid in love with science and mystery and adult who wishes to understand quantum physics or just the science behind the plot of Michael Crichton book "Timeline". She explains in incredible clear, developmental appropriate language how the world can seem solid yet is really light and energy,and how this is relevant in the world of kids and leading-edge physicist alike. Just 53 pages later adult and child alike will have a "A HA" explanation of why things can happen simultaneously and be related. Elegantly simple yet profoundly rewarding to read.