About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is in the bathtub or splashing in puddles and begins asking why water behaves the way it does. It is the perfect tool for turning everyday sensory play into a foundational science lesson. Rather than just providing facts, it invites children to use their own bodies and senses to explore the physical properties of water. This nonfiction selection focuses on curiosity and wonder, explaining concepts like surface tension and adhesion through simple, guided observations. It is ideally suited for children ages 3 to 7 who are naturally inquisitive about the natural world. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's messy play as important scientific discovery, making it a wonderful choice for encouraging a lifelong love of STEM.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and focused on physical science.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or kindergartner who is a sensory seeker. This child likely loves the tactile experience of water play and needs a vocabulary to describe what they are feeling and seeing.
Parent Prep
It is best to read this book near a sink or during bath time. Parents should be prepared for a little bit of splashing, as the text encourages active participation. A parent might reach for this after their child has made a mess with a water cup or lingered too long in the bath, turning a moment of mild frustration into a teaching opportunity.
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