Why Can't I Slide Down a Rainbow? And Other Questions About Light cover

Why Can't I Slide Down a Rainbow? And Other Questions About Light

Author: Hewitt, Sally

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.5
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 881
Points per Word 0.000568
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625
Series Why Can't I?

Description

This book uses a question and answer format to help children learn about light and introduce them to some important early science concepts.

Quick Summary

If your child is the type who asks a dozen questions before breakfast, this Q&A adventure about light will keep them laughing while they learn why the sky is blue, why shadows move, and why you can't actually slide down a rainbow. Each page poses a goofy question and then gives a clear, kid-friendly answer, complete with bright, cartoon-style pictures that make the science easy to picture. It's perfect for early readers who like short bursts of info, and it's a great read-aloud for parents who want to turn everyday curiosity into a mini science lesson. The tone is upbeat and never scary, so even sensitive kids can dive in without worry. If you enjoy this, you'll probably like the "I Wonder Why" series, which follows the same friendly Q&A style.