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Wonders of the Mind

Understanding the universe inside our heads

Dr Francesca Fotheringham author Jan Bielecki illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Hachette Children's Group

Publishing:8th May '25

£9.99

This title is due to be published on 8th May, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

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Explore the many pathways of the mind in this beautiful celebration of brain power and neurodiversity, written by developmental psychologist, Dr. Francesca Fotheringham and published in association with The British Psychological Society.

Wonders of the Mind is a beautiful and powerful look at the workings of the brain and the complexity of the mind. Explore the chemical messages that guide our bodies, the changes brains and minds undergo as they grow, our emotions, memories and the power of sleep. Enhance your understanding of both neurodiversity and mental health through clear and sensitive introductions to each topic. Consider the influence of physical health, culture and language on the mind - and try out some brain teasers to see it all in action! Perfect for readers aged 9 and up.

This is the fourth book in a series published by Wayland and illustrated by Jan Bielecki that take an authoritative look at the wonders of science - making complex ideas accessible to kids. Other books in the series include: Wonders of the Night Sky and The Future of the Universe by Professor Raman Prinja and The Wonders of Time, by Emily Akkermans, which were published in association with Royal Observatory Greenwich.

ISBN: 9781526325365

Dimensions: 282mm x 214mm x 8mm

Weight: 240g

48 pages