My First Book of Evolution (My First Book of Science)
My First Book of Science Series
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Written by physicist Sheddad Kaid-Salah Ferrón and illustrated by Eduard Altarriba, this fact-filled picture book introduces children to Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. Through clear language, colourful diagrams, and a timeline that begins with the formation of Earth and ends with modern humans, readers learn how life originated, adapted, and diversified over billions of years. The book explains fossils, natural selection, speciation, and the importance of biodiversity, providing an engaging first look at one of science’s most important ideas.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think some animals survive big changes while others don’t?
How are you similar to the earliest mammals?
What adaptations can you see in animals around us today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use toy animals to act out adaptation scenarios.
Create a family tree and compare it to the human evolution tree.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Change is natural and constant.
Explanation: Evolution shows life adapting over millions of years.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace change in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Small differences matter.
Explanation: Mutations lead to new traits and species.
Real-World Application: Valuing personal uniqueness among peers.
Example Lesson: We share common ancestry.
Explanation: All living things are connected in the tree of life.
Real-World Application: Promotes empathy for animals and people alike.
Example Lesson: Protecting nature is vital.
Explanation: Biodiversity sustains ecosystems that humans rely on.
Real-World Application: Encourages recycling and habitat conservation projects.