First Big Book of How
How do polar bears keep warm? How do keys open locks? How do spacesuits work? The ultimate book of answers for kids who need to know HOW!
Published on 5. September 2024
Book
Hardback
256 pages
978-1-80466-118-5 (ISBN)
Description
How do scientists see into space? How do polar bears keep warm? How do keys open locks? How do fireworks explode? Featuring more than 150 compelling questions about space, Earth, machines, buildings, animals and the human body, this magnificent book by the author-and-illustrator team behind the bestselling First Big Book of Why provides answers for every inquisitive child. And these are answers you can trust, as they have all been thoroughly fact-checked and reviewed by subject experts, who are proudly profiled in the book.
By encouraging children to question how things are happening in the world around them, First Big Book of How supports STEAM learning and nurtures curious minds. The warm and playful text is accompanied by stunning real-life photography as well as gorgeous original illustrations and helpful, friendly diagrams. This book is the ultimate gift for kids who need to know everything - and now!
By encouraging children to question how things are happening in the world around them, First Big Book of How supports STEAM learning and nurtures curious minds. The warm and playful text is accompanied by stunning real-life photography as well as gorgeous original illustrations and helpful, friendly diagrams. This book is the ultimate gift for kids who need to know everything - and now!
Reviews / Votes
"Ideal for children who like to think deeply about how the world works." * School Reading List * "Supports curriculum topics and nurtures curious minds, and is the ultimate gift for children who need to know everything - right now!" -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post * "Full of brilliantly bright illustrations and extra quirky facts, it's a fabulous encyclopedia that is perfect for inquiring young minds." -- Natasha Harding * The Sun * "Offers endless entertainment as it will be returned to again and again, allowing readers to share gleaned gems of knowledge... a real treasure trove of knowledge and discovery." * ReadingZone * "Bursting with colour, facts, and fun!" * School Librarian Magazine * "Sally Symes has done a fantastic job of bringing all this together and I am excited to be able share it." * Armadillo Magazine * "A fascinating introduction to many of the questions we ask about our natural world... The whole book is a symphony of colour, with a wonderful range of illustrations and photographs." * UK Literary Association Magazine *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Tonbridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 5 years
Dimensions
Height: 282 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
1206 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80466-118-5 (9781804661185)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Kate Slater grew up on a beautiful farm in deepest Staffordshire, and studied illustration at Kingston University. Her children's books include: Britannica First Big Book of Why, A is for Ant, The Birthday Crown, The Little Red Hen, ABC London, Magpie's Treasure, Make Your Own Birds of Prey and Make Your Own Flying Machines. Alongside work for publishing, editorial and advertising, she has created several large-scale installations and window displays.
Sally Symes worked for many years as a designer of children's books before turning her skills to writing them. Her collaborations with Nick Sharratt have won several awards, including The Educational Writers' Award for The Gooey, Chewy, Rumble, Plop and she is the author of the bestselling Britannica First Big Book of Why. She works from a shed in Sussex, accompanied by her grumpy cat.
Saranne Taylor is a writer of children's books, primarily on STEAM and other non-fiction topics. When she qualified as a teacher, she became passionate about inspiring schoolchildren and young readers. Since then, it has been her aim to excite children's natural enthusiasm for learning by combining intriguing content with entertaining visuals. When she's not writing, she loves hiking with her family and dog in the Italian countryside where she lives.
Sally Symes worked for many years as a designer of children's books before turning her skills to writing them. Her collaborations with Nick Sharratt have won several awards, including The Educational Writers' Award for The Gooey, Chewy, Rumble, Plop and she is the author of the bestselling Britannica First Big Book of Why. She works from a shed in Sussex, accompanied by her grumpy cat.
Saranne Taylor is a writer of children's books, primarily on STEAM and other non-fiction topics. When she qualified as a teacher, she became passionate about inspiring schoolchildren and young readers. Since then, it has been her aim to excite children's natural enthusiasm for learning by combining intriguing content with entertaining visuals. When she's not writing, she loves hiking with her family and dog in the Italian countryside where she lives.