5/23/2023 0 Comments Book into the waves“Finding interesting and interactive ways to introduce early readers to nature and science is a one of my goals. My kids love these books-not only are they chosen for story time frequently, but each reading results in multiple follow-up questions and a burst of renewed enthusiasm for science!” The result is a series of interactive, high yield books that set a great foundation in physical science while simultaneously conveying that science is fun, interesting, and within reach. Each book has a focus just narrow enough to allow for the introduction of approximately 10 terms (defined in a glossary at the end of each book), several interactive questions, and a TRY THIS! section with coordinating activities in a length perfect for the targeted age group. With lighthearted illustrations and kid-friendly, conversational prose, these books introduce basic physics concepts through discussion of every day observations. “Andi Diehn’s Physical Science for Kids collection: Matter, Energy, Forces, and Waves, illustrated by Shululu, is a collection of four books written for kids ages 5-8. They are written in a way that makes them great read alouds, and simple enough that my 7-year-old can confidently read them. The books are simple enough for everyone to understand yet contain enough scientific truth to be considered a science resource. The Physical Science for Kids Set has been a wonderful addition to our home library. Light waves, heat waves, and sound waves are also explored. It goes on to explain that the waves are actually moving up and down, like a ball bouncing in water or a balloon bobbing in the air. When you see waves in water, it’s the energy that’s moving toward the shore, not the water” “Energy is an invisible force that travels as a wave. People waving, waves in an ocean, fans in a stadium, and then it moves to energy. It begins by explaining the different types of waves. The books are written for children ages 5-8, but children older would enjoy them too. They’re relatable, funny, and get the kids thinking. They’re all fully illustrated and just plain fun to read and look at.Įach of the books gives sound scientific concepts in easy to read and understandable terms. All four softcover books are 28 pages long with a one-page glossary at the end of the book. The set includes four books: Forces, Waves, Matter, and Energy. We received the Physical Science for Kids Set for review. Nomad Press has some great ones to offer. Given that I am reading to two first graders, a preschooler, and an 18-month-old, our choice in science books is typically picture books. During our normal read aloud time each day, it’s guaranteed that at least one of them will be science-based. Science books are always a big hit around here. “Science can be fun for your children when they try the STEM activities included in this beautifully illustrated science book about waves.” This series is a must get for parents, classrooms, and libraries because it addresses many of the questions that kids have. Curiousity runs wild in their brains, but more than anything they just want to learn and absorb. Young children have so many questions about the world and how everything works. "Science can be fun for your children when they try the STEM activities included in this beautifully illustrated science book about waves."
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