Unseen Worlds
What’s inside...
Look through a microscope and discover a hidden universe of tiny creatures right before your eyes! The perfect book for curious kids aged 8+. Unfold each page to reveal stunningly detailed illustrations bursting with jelly-like amoebae, predatory centipedes, ravenous mosquitos and more mites than you could imagine. From the murky ocean depths to your kitchen cupboard and even inside your nose, you'll travel to locations both familiar and strange as you search for the smallest creatures on Planet Earth. You'll never see the world the same way again!
Discussion points
What was your favorite world described in the book and why?
How do you think the hidden worlds impact our everyday life?
Can you imagine what life would be like if you were a creature from one of these unseen worlds?
What kind of tools or abilities would humans need to discover more about these hidden places?
How do you feel about the fact that there are many things in the world that are still undiscovered?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think an 'unseen world' could be, setting a curious mindset.
Pause at each new world introduced in the book to discuss its unique characteristics and what makes it different from our world.
Encourage your child to draw or describe an unseen world of their own imagination after reading the book.
Relate the content to the child’s surroundings by discussing unseen worlds that might exist in your own home or backyard, like the microscopic or the underground.
After reading, link the concept of unseen worlds to the importance of respecting and taking care of our environment, emphasizing how much is still unknown and deserving of protection.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Unseen Worlds reveals the hidden aspects of the natural world, encouraging children to explore and ask questions about the environment around them.
Real-World Application: Children can become more observant of their surroundings, asking questions and seeking answers about various elements in nature they encounter daily.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The book shows the interconnectedness of different ecosystems and organisms, teaching children the importance of every creature and habitat.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to practice conservation, be mindful of their impact on the environment, and participate in activities like recycling and conservation projects at school or community.
Example Lesson: Scientific Thinking
Explanation: Through its detailed illustrations and factual content, Unseen Worlds promotes a scientific approach to understanding life forms and their habitats.
Real-World Application: Children can apply scientific thinking by engaging in experiments, participating in science fairs, or simply applying a questioning mind to understand how things work in their daily life.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Diversity
Explanation: The book explores a wide range of habitats and creatures, highlighting the diversity in the natural world and its importance to ecosystem balance.
Real-World Application: This can translate to better cultural and social tolerance, as children draw parallels between biodiversity and human diversity, learning to appreciate and celebrate differences among people.
Example Lesson: Knowledge and Learning
Explanation: Unseen Worlds enriches children’s knowledge base about rarely seen environments and microorganisms, emphasizing that learning can be fun and engaging.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to read more, research, and utilize educational resources to continuously learn about the world in enjoyable and interactive ways.