As part of his #StorytimePledge campaign, Australia’s Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel has challenged everyone to share a great book with a special child over the summer holidays.

We’ll be sharing Storytime Pledges from notable Australian scientists here all week – check back regularly for updates!

Storytime Pledge day 7 – Cosmos Magazine Editor-in-Chief Dr Elizabeth Finkel

Name: Elizabeth Finkel

I grew up to be: A scientist, then a writer, then an editor

Book recommendation: Dirty Beasts by Roald Dahl

Reason: I love the Ant Eater, especially because now as a “great ant”, I am at risk.

I pledge to read to: Ava and Jude Beggs