First Big Book of How - by Sally Symes & Saranne Taylor (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Featuring more than 150 ... questions about space, Earth, machines, buildings, animals, and the human body..."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

A compendious and stunningly illustrated fact-filled book for children who have endless questions about how the world works.

How do scientists see into space? How do polar bears keep warm? How do keys open locks? How do fireworks explode? Featuring more than 150 compelling questions about space, Earth, machines, buildings, animals, and the human body, this magnificent book by the author-and-illustrator team behind the bestselling First Big Book of Why provides answers for every inquisitive child. And these are answers you can trust, as they have all been thoroughly fact-checked and reviewed by subject experts, who are proudly profiled in the book.

By encouraging children to question how things are happening in the world around them First Big Book of How supports STEAM learning and nurtures curious minds. The warm and playful text is accompanied by stunning real-life photography as well as gorgeous original illustrations and helpful, friendly diagrams. This book is the ultimate gift for kids who need to know everything--and now!

Includes a contents page, glossary, index and source notes.

Review Quotes

"The book looks great and the short sections make for a breezy reading experience." - YA Books Central Book Review

"The facts feel like thrilling wisdom passed between friends on the playground... [a] well-researched, visually impressive informational treat" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Rewarding childhood curiosity, First Big Book of How makes scientific inquiry fun, explaining diverse topics with an engaging visual style." - Foreword Magazine

"Curious kids will enjoy the eye-catching visuals while soaking up their new-found knowledge." - Booklist

"Informative and thoroughly 'kid friendly' in organization and presentation." - Midwest Book Review - Children's

Readers will appreciate that many of the questions are not ones typically found in similar books." - Youth Services Book Review

Selected by the Children's Book Council for October 2024 Hot of the Press List

"The images are large and engaging for young readers. This book is a wonderful resource for home or a classroom." - Children's Literature, (CLCD) five star review

About the Author

Kate Slater grew up on a beautiful farm in deepest Staffordshire, UK, and studied illustration at Kingston University. Her children's books include: Britannica First Big Book of Why, A is for Ant, The Birthday Crown, The Little Red Hen, ABC London, Magpie's Treasure, Make Your Own Birds of Prey, and Make Your Own Flying Machines. Alongside work for publishing, editorial and advertising, she has created several large-scale installations and window displays.