In One End and Out the Other: What Happens to Poo When It Leaves You? (Flip Flap Journeys)
Flip-Flap Journeys Series
What’s inside...
From author Dr Mike Goldsmith and illustrator Richard Watson comes 'In One End and Out the Other', a lift-the-flap science book that explores the journey of food and drink through the body. Winner of the Silver Primary Teacher Update Award 2014, this engaging book allows children to follow the process of digestion, from ingestion to what happens at a sewage treatment plant. With over 40 science books written since 1999, Dr Goldsmith, former Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory, brings a wealth of knowledge to this topic. The book is filled with more than 50 flaps and is ideal for children aged 5 and older, appealing to their curiosity about what happens after they flush the toilet. Co-creator Richard Watson is a renowned illustrator of children's books.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What journey does our food take inside our bodies before it turns into poo?
Can you name some of the organs that help digest the food we eat?
Why do you think it's important for our bodies to remove waste?
How do you think our body feels when it gets rid of waste?
What are some healthy foods we can eat that help our digestive system?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage curiosity by asking open-ended questions that make your child think about the digestive process. Use the illustrations in the book as a visual aid to explain complex concepts simply. Relate the topic to everyday activities like meals to make it more relatable and engaging. Praise your child’s responses to instill confidence, and share fun facts about the human body to keep the conversation lively and informative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the human digestive system
Explanation: Through engaging flaps and interactive elements, this book educates children about how food is processed in the body, from ingestion to excretion.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge to making healthier food choices and understanding the importance of a balanced diet.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and scientific inquiry
Explanation: The book encourages children to explore and question how their own bodies work, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity about biology and science.
Real-World Application: This curiosity can lead children to engage more in science classes, participate in experiments, and ask questions about how other systems around them operate.
Example Lesson: Importance of hygiene
Explanation: By explaining the excretion process, the book indirectly teaches the importance of hygiene and cleanliness after using the bathroom.
Real-World Application: Children learn to maintain good hygiene practices such as washing their hands, which is crucial for preventing the spread of germs and staying healthy.
Example Lesson: Environmental awareness
Explanation: The book discusses what happens after waste is flushed, providing insights into sewage treatment and environmental impact.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand and appreciate the role of environmental conservation in managing waste and protecting the planet.