How Does it Work? Questions and Answers
What’s inside...
This excellent addition to the ever popular Questions & Answers series lifts the flap on all kinds of gadgets, systems and ideas. It answers questions such as How does electricity get into our walls? Why do waves go up and down? and Where does money come from? Perfect for every inquisitive child.
Why read this book
- Explores mechanics through engaging questions and answers.
- Fosters curiosity and critical thinking in young readers.
- Illustrations complement textual explanations, enhancing understanding.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child learning sessions.
Age
9-12
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was the most surprising thing you learned from the book about how things work?
Can you think of an invention you wish existed? What would it do?
How do you think knowing how things work might help people solve problems?
Which machine or gadget in the book would you like to learn more about, and why?
If you could invent something to make school easier, what would it be and how would it work?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage curiosity by asking your child to think about everyday objects and how they might function. Use illustrations in the book to help explain complex ideas. Validate their understanding by rephrasing their explanations and thoughts. Create a tinkering space where they can explore building or drawing their inventions inspired by the book. Praise their innovative ideas to boost confidence and enthusiasm for learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The book encourages children to ask questions about how different things work, fostering a natural curiosity and desire for understanding.
Real-World Application: By nurturing curiosity, children will be more inclined to explore and understand their surroundings, leading to a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: Through answering various how and why questions, children are guided to think critically and analyze information.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children approach problems in school and daily life with the ability to think clearly and make informed decisions.
Example Lesson: Knowledge Building
Explanation: Each page of the book adds to the child’s knowledge base about the physical world, providing clear and accurate explanations.
Real-World Application: Children can use this knowledge to better understand science lessons at school and phenomena they encounter in everyday life.
Example Lesson: Patience and Persistence
Explanation: The book shows that some questions require exploration and time to understand fully, teaching kids the virtues of patience and persistence.
Real-World Application: Children learn that not all answers are immediate and that persistent effort can lead to greater understanding and rewards.
Example Lesson: Communication Skills
Explanation: By discussing various topics and questions, children learn how to communicate their thoughts and questions effectively.
Real-World Application: Enhanced communication skills will help children in social interactions, academic group activities, and expressing themselves clearly.