This biography of mathematician, astronomist and physicist Galileo is part of a series, for children aged 6-9 years, featuring great leaders, heroes, pioneers, inventors and scientists from the past.

Each biography tells a story about a real person, that can be read either alone or by a parent or teacher.

The colourful artwork is designed to stimulate the imagination.

The biographies link in with National Curriculum KS1 and KS2, history, English, science and other subjects.