The Element in the Room

The Element in the Room is a brilliantly engaging introduction to the periodic table, shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards 2019 and the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize, and longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2020. Written by the multi-talented Mike Barfield and brought to life with Lauren Humphrey’s quirky illustrations, this book invites young readers to join Sherlock Ohms on a thrilling journey through the 92 elements that make up everything in the universe—from the ‘lead’ in your pencil to the zinc in your home. Beginning with the Big Bang, it explores each element in detail and features lively comic strips that recount the fascinating stories behind major scientific discoveries, making it a fun and educational read for curious minds.