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National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of How

by Jill Esbaum

Everyday questions, explained

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Everyday questions, explained

From household appliances and vehicles to weather, animal bodies, and human biology, this illustrated reference gathers more than 100 questions about how familiar things work. Its topics also reach beyond the home: examples include how food gets to a grocery store and how submarines stay underwater. Color photographs accompany age-appropriate explanations, while games and parent tips invite children and adults to explore the material together. The broad mix makes curiosity itself the organizing thread, connecting science and nature to objects and processes children encounter in daily life.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy asking how things work
  • Families looking for an illustrated nonfiction book to explore together
  • Young readers interested in science, nature, weather, and everyday technology

Themes

Everyday scienceWeather and seasonsAnimal and human bodiesCuriosity and exploration

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Book overview

This charming reference book answers questions kids ask every day, taking a closer look at the things that surround them and how they work--from cars to vacuum cleaners, storms to seasons, animal bodies to humans. More than 100 colorful photos are paired with age-appropriate text featuring answers to questions like "How do chameleons change color?" "How do refrigerators stay cold?" "How do tornadoes form?" "How do submarines stay underwater?" "How does food get to the grocery store?" and "How does my body heal?" This book helps parents share fascinating, accurate answers, and inspires kids to be curious, ask questions, and explore the world around them. Games and parent tips encourage interactivity and extend the experience of the book beyond its pages.
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