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Description
This book introduces the question words How, What, When, Where, Who, and Why through the telling of an original story.
Quick Summary
The title alone "When and Why Did the Horse Fly?" hooks kids right away because it's the exact kind of absurd question they love asking. This little story teaches the question words How, What, When, Where, Who, and Why by weaving them naturally into a funny, imaginative tale, so kids absorb the grammar without feeling like they're doing schoolwork. It's a quick read at just 481 words, making it perfect for early readers or kids who get intimidated by longer books, and the silly horse premise keeps them turning pages. Young readers who enjoy quirky humor and anyone just starting to grasp question words will get the most out of this one it's short enough for beginning readers but charming enough that adults will smile too. Parents can feel good about the balance of learning and fun, and there's nothing scary or heavy here, just playful wordplay and a memorable flying horse to spark curiosity.