"All the next week, Isabel couldn't think about
anything except what her birthday present might
be. And how cool it would be if she could see
invisible things."
Following up on my post from yesterday about Monster and its invisible friend, today we meet a little girl who has always wanted to see the invisible. It is her only wish for her sixth birthday. In the week leading up to that birthday, Isabel highly anticipates what her gift might be. Luckily, her mother is a scientist with an idea.
Planning for her birthday is filled with fun. Invitations and posters are created, as are party hats. All she can think about is how cool it will be to have her wish come true. Finally, the day arrives. Imagine her surprise when, after opening a number of ever-smaller boxes, Isabel holds up a prism. When the light shines through it, Isabel can see things that have always been invisible to her! Her mom gives a quick explanation of how a prism works to separate the colors that make light, even briefly touching on radio waves. The gift leaves Isabel wondering what other invisible things are out there.
Physicist Alan Lightman uses this second science-inspired book (following Ada and the Galaxies, 2022) to introduce parts of the electromagnetic spectrum to young readers. Ramona Kaulitzki's digital images are warm, and effectively use light and color to help with understanding. Backmatter gives a further explanation for those curious to know more.
Be sure to have some prisms available when sharing Isabel's story.
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