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Surprises
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781761538575
Publisher: Living Book Press
Published: Jun 30 2025
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In Surprises, Edith Patch and Harrison Howe take young readers on a delightful journey, exploring the wonders of the natural and everyday world. Through charming stories and engaging science activities, children discover the fascinating secrets behind familiar objects-from how their favorite clothes are made to the remarkable ways animals, plants, and even rocks shape our daily lives.
Did you ever wonder how cotton becomes cloth, or how a tiny caterpillar creates luxurious silk? Have you considered the journey of sugar from a plant to your table, or why wool keeps you warm in winter? With clear explanations and hands-on science games, this captivating book turns learning into playful exploration.
Beautifully illustrated and filled with practical experiments, Surprises encourages children to observe closely, think scientifically, and appreciate the amazing processes happening around them every day. Perfect for curious minds and young scientists, this book invites readers to explore, discover, and cherish the delightful surprises hidden everywhere-in nature, in their homes, and in the wider world.
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