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The Curious Why

by Angela Diterlizzi Publisher: LITTLE BROWN BOOKS FOR YOUNG R

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Questions turn an ordinary day into discovery

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Questions turn an ordinary day into discovery

The Curious Why frames boredom as an invitation to ask questions and notice how much there is to learn. Its examples range from dinosaurs and crayon-making to bee stings, connecting everyday curiosity with the natural world and how things are made. Lively verse and illustrations carry the book’s exploration, while its self-reliance theme rests on the idea that discovery can begin with a child’s own questions. The description presents it as a follow-up to The Magical Yet.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy asking questions about nature and everyday objects
  • Families and educators looking for a picture book about curiosity and self-directed discovery

Themes

Curiosity and discoverySelf-relianceNature and how things are made

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Book overview

In this highly anticipated follow-up to the New York Times bestseller The Magical Yet, the Curious Why will help you to see that you're only bored if you choose to be! Includes a special, sparkly cover!

If it's one of those days, never fear: Your new friend the Curious Why will show you that there's always something new to discover about the world around you! Do you want to know where the dinosaurs went? How crayons are made? Or what makes a bee sting? With lively verse by Angela DiTerlizzi and vibrant illustrations by Lorena Alvarez G
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