★ A collection of popular science books authored by top scientists and experts from various disciplines!
★ Some books in the series were awarded the 2022 Russian “Knowledge” Prize (this prize is granted to outstanding teachers, educators, and educational institutions in Russia for exceptional achievements in education)!
★ Some books were featured in the 2022 Russian RoboStation Robotics and Engineering Book Fair’s highlighted book list!
★ Each subject marks the beginning of our exploration of the world, reflecting a different facet of our diverse planet, and each can be approached in an incredibly fun way!
★ Scientists and experts use their own engaging and unique methods to unveil the secrets of scientific knowledge for young readers, sharing their exploration processes to help schoolchildren effortlessly master challenging subjects. This approach reduces stress while stimulating young minds, ensuring the knowledge and skills are well-suited for academic and future professional life!
★ The lighthearted and humorous narrative style, combined with unconventional themes and fresh, delicate illustrations, makes the content enjoyable for both children and adults!
★ English sample chapters are available.

The series includes 10 titles:
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics
Astronomy
Space Science
Literature
Geography
History
English
Writing

【Introduction】
From junior high school onward, both parents and children often experience a common sentiment: when we fail to build sufficient interest in a subject or reach a breakthrough introductory stage, the accelerating curriculum causes knowledge gaps to accumulate like a snowball. Teachers may not always have the time or opportunity to assist struggling students, leading to self-doubt and disappointment in one’s abilities, ultimately resulting in lost interest. However, the reality is that any child, regardless of innate talent, can enter and master a subject—the key lies in the process of understanding. Each subject is the start of our journey to explore the world, each mirrors a different aspect of our diverse planet, and each can be opened up in a highly entertaining manner!
The “Fun Subject Exploration” series employs precisely this kind of fun approach to unlock these subjects. These unusual children’s encyclopedias are written by renowned scientists and experts in their respective fields. They share their exploration processes and secrets with young readers, effortlessly resolving those seemingly daunting and perplexing challenges that arise during learning.

This book is designed for schoolchildren intimidated by frightening physics formulas and complex terminology. Journalist, columnist, and author Masha Traub, who hails from a humanities background, has ventured into a field seemingly distant from her interests—physics! With the help of her son Vasily Kolesnikov, Masha authored this book. Vasily is a physics student at Moscow State University with a lifelong passion for natural sciences. Naturally, Masha’s daughter also contributed actively by participating in school physics courses. Together, they have created a family-friendly popular science book on physics, filled with debates, examples, and jokes. The illustrations are meticulously designed and drawn by Victoria Kitavina.

【Excerpt from a Dialogue in the Book】
“What is physics?” Shim asked his brother.
“Life. All of us and everything around us.” Vasily replied, “Physics is the science of life.”
“Isn’t that philosophy?” I expressed surprise.
“The mystery lies here. Physics encompasses everything—philosophy, literature, mathematics, history and geography, chemistry, and biology.”

Masha Traub (1976)

Renowned writer, columnist, and journalist. Masha was born in 1976 in Moscow and graduated from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations with a degree in international journalism. She has worked at all-Russian socio-political publishing outlets and collaborated with media such as “Izvestia”, “Psychology”, and “Bosco” magazine. She is currently a columnist for “Ogonyok”, Russia's oldest weekly magazine.
Masha Traub is the author of over 30 bestselling books. Her work “Diary of a First-Grader’s Mother” was adapted into a film produced by Stanislav Kholodilin. Additionally, her book “Edible Fairy Tales” was transformed into a children’s opera staged at the Children’s Musical Theater. Most of her works focus on motherhood, child-rearing, and the daily lives and lifestyles of the modern Russian urban middle class. She has two children; her son Vasily Kolesnikov is currently a physics student at Moscow State University and co-authored this physics book.
Critics have praised Masha Traub as “Trifonov in a skirt” and “the female Dovlatov”.

Preface
The Law of Conservation of “Blanket”
Hot Air Balloon - Yoga
“Sound” in Physics
Interesting Questions, or Physicists’ Jokes
Astronauts Don’t Fly, They Fall
Home Physics Experiments for Children
The Wind Lives on the Floor
Why Pinocchio Didn’t Drown, or How to Turn a Potato into a Submarine?
An Electrostatic Cat
The Earth Is Not Round, It’s Flat, and It’s Getting Fat
How the Moon Appeared
Why Does Rain Fall from the Sky?
Clouds on a Scale
The Sweet Sea
Dry Ice, or How to Evaporate All Evidence?
May It Always Be Summer
Black Holes in the Universe, Physics Horror Stories
Shadow Puppet Theater, or How to Turn a Beautiful Princess into a Frightening Witch
Where Will Africa Drift To?
Refrigerator Magnet
Birds on Wires
Butterflies, Chameleons, Glasses, and Rainbows—What Do They Have in Common?
Experiment Award
The Hound of the Baskervilles
Physics and Life
From the Perspective of a Humanities-Oriented Mother
Einstein’s Quotes
Learning More About Physics