About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking the big 'how' and 'why' questions about the physical world, especially if they are fascinated by how cars move or how magnets work. This introductory guide transforms complex physical science into an accessible adventure, focusing on the fundamental forces of pushing and pulling. It is perfect for children who love to take things apart or observe machines in action, providing them with the scientific vocabulary to describe their observations. The book bridges the gap between everyday play and formal physics by explaining how force changes an object's speed and direction. By connecting real-world examples with the imaginative concept of tractor beams, it nurtures a sense of wonder and intellectual pride. It is an ideal choice for parents who want to support their 5 to 8 year old's natural curiosity about STEM topics while building a foundation for logical thinking and problem solving.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a secular, technical introduction to physical science.
Ideal Reader
A first or second grader who is a 'maker' or a 'builder.' This is the child who spends hours with blocks or magnets and is ready to learn the actual names for the physics they are practicing during playtime.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. However, parents might want to have a few magnets or a toy car nearby to demonstrate the concepts of attraction and repulsion mentioned in the text. A parent might choose this after hearing their child ask, 'How does the magnet pull the car?' or 'Why did that ball go faster when I hit it this way?' It is a response to the 'scientific inquiry' phase of childhood.
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