How Long to Read Elemental Haiku

How Long Does it Take to Read Elemental Haiku?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 29 minutes to read Elemental Haiku by Mary Soon Lee

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A fascinating little illustrated series of 118 haiku about the Periodic Table of Elements, one for each element, plus a closing haiku for element 119 (not yet synthesized). Originally appearing in Science magazine, this gifty collection of haiku inspired by the periodic table of elements features all-new poems paired with original and imaginative line illustrations drawn from the natural world. Packed with wit, whimsy, and real science cred, each haiku celebrates the cosmic poetry behind each element, while accompanying notes reveal the fascinating facts that inform it. Award-winning poet Mary Soon Lee's haiku encompass astronomy, biology, chemistry, history, and physics, such as "Nickel, Ni: Forged in fusion's fire,/flung out from supernovae./Demoted to coins." Line by line, Elemental Haiku makes the mysteries of the universe's elements accessible to all.

How long is Elemental Haiku?

Elemental Haiku by Mary Soon Lee is 146 pages long, and a total of 37,376 words.

This makes it 49% the length of the average book. It also has 46% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Elemental Haiku Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 24 minutes to read Elemental Haiku aloud.

What Reading Level is Elemental Haiku?

Elemental Haiku is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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