Vladimir Radunsky is an award-winning illustrator. He lives in Massachusetts.

"A delightful young readers' introduction to several of Einstein's amazing ideas-and an equally valuable celebration of the advantages of being different." -Bob Berman, science author and columnist, Astronomy Magazine

"A splendid introduction to a man who never stopped questioning." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Truly amazing." - The Horn Book, starred review

"A book as special as its subject." - Booklist, starred review

"A delight for the sense... this elegant new picture book might just be that physical gift to spur on the next generation of wonderers." - Out With the Kids

"A great read about a great man." - Walking Brain Cells

"Awakens a sense of curiosity and mystery in youngsters... an invitation to children to awaken their imaginations." - Shelf Awareness for Readers

"Don't miss this book. " - Kid Lit Frenzy

"Richly imagined, beautifully designed, impressionistic biography." - School Library Journal, starred review

"An ingenious portrait of genius." - The San Francisco Chronicle

"Makes genius Albert Einstein seem accessible." - Nerdy Book Club

"Utterly charming."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"A perfect introduction to the famous physicist."-Science Books and Films

"Einstein positively glows, radiating love and intelligence."-The Washington Post

"Sure to captivate young readers." - ReaderKidz

"A delightful book and I would use it in my classroom." - Marilyn Cook, PreK-5 teacher, NSTA National Science Teachers Association Reccomends

"Einstein's lifelong curiosity sings through every page."-Publishers Weekly, starred review

"On a Beam of Light reminds us that imagination is important, and that thinking is valuable. A great message for the little scientist in your life!" - Emily, bookseller, Hooray for Books!

"Remarkable." - Mamarama, Redbook's Mom Blog Council

"This is the best way to humanize such a larger-than-life historical figure." -- North Adams Transcript

"Something of an It Gets Better Project for mathematically precocious children."--The New York Times

"A celebration of curiosity."--Design Mom

"It's impossible not to be inspired, not only by Einstein himself but also by this dazzling account of his life and imagination."--BookPage

"I was wowed by this book."--Robin Smith, The Horn Book Blog

"Whimsical and illuminating, this beautifully illustrated picture-book biography accomplishes a daunting task: to introduce the life and work of Albert Einstein to young readers."--Book Links, 2013 Lasting Connections

"Simply voiced, with word choices and illustrations as exciting as the subject."--Herald-Sun Best Books of 2013

School Library Journal Best Books of the Year

New York Times Editor's Choice

New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013

Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of the Year

Columbus Dispatch The Best of the Best of the Year

Booklist Top Ten Science Book of 2013

A Junior Library Guild Selection

"It's not easy to explain Einstein to young readers, but this terrific book pulls it off."--Bookist Top 10 Biographies for Youth