Remember this : the fascinating world of memory / Monique Polak ; illustrated by Vaľry Goulet.
| Author/creator | Polak, Monique author. |
| Other author | Goulet, Valéry, 1978- illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | [Victoria, British Columbia] : Orca Book Publishers, 2024. |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | 89 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Orca think ; 13 Orca think ; 13. ^A1451005 |
| Contents | Introduction -- How memory works -- Meet Brenda Milner. Memory expert -- Objects that help us remember -- Flashbulb memories -- There's something about that smell! -- Working memory -- Memorize this! -- memory superheroes -- Reliving good memories and haunted by bad ones -- Let's get this right! Why memories are inaccurate -- Alzheimer's-when forgetting isn't normal -- History and collective memory -- A source of inspiration -- Glossary -- Resources -- Acknowledgments -- Index. |
| Abstract | "This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers explores the art and science of memory, and what it can tell us about ourselves and the world we live in."-- Provided by publisher. |
| General note | Place of publication from publisher's website. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 85) and index. |
| Interest age level | Ages 9-12 |
| Audience | 1050 Lexile |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Polak, Monique. Remember this. Victoria, British Columbia : Orca Book Publishers, 2024 1459834135 9781459834132 |
| Genre/form | Juvenile works. |
| Genre/form | Informational works. |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| LCCN | 2023934391 |
| ISBN | 9781459834125 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 1459834127 (hardcover) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 153.12 P7571R | ✔ Available | Place Hold |