Look Up High! Things that Fly: (Big, Little Concepts)
Big, Little Concepts Series
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What’s inside...
This book invites children to explore various objects and creatures that fly above us in the sky, such as airplanes, birds, kites, and clouds. Through simple, engaging text and vibrant illustrations, young readers are introduced to the wonders of flight. The book also includes bright photographs and jaunty verse, making it easy for pre-readers to chime in. It provides a subtle language lesson in prepositions, enriching children's knowledge as they engage with different flying machines and concepts. The book is part of the Big, Little Concept Books collection, which offers age-appropriate enrichment activities for caregivers to extend learning and fun. With a durable design suited for young children, this book inspires them to imagine how they would soar across the sky.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite flying object in the book and why?
How do you think the birds feel when they are soaring up high?
If you could fly like one of the objects in the book, which one would you choose and where would you go?
How do different things fly in different ways?
What would you invent that can fly, and how would it help people?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by expressing your own excitement about the various flying objects depicted in the book to spark your child’s interest.
Encourage your child to use their imagination by asking them to think of their own flying object.
Relate the flying objects to real-life experiences, like seeing a plane in the sky or birds at the park, to make the conversation more relatable.
Listen actively to your child’s thoughts and respond with enthusiasm to keep them engaged.
Use descriptive language from the book to help your child visualize scenes and understand the science of flight.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: The book encourages children to explore the world around them by observing various flying objects in the sky.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to ask questions and learn more about different objects they see in their daily environment, fostering their natural curiosity.
Example Lesson: Understanding Scale and Measurement
Explanation: Through comparing sizes of various flying objects, children are introduced to concepts of big and little.
Real-World Application: This can help children in practical situations like organizing their toys, understanding amounts in recipes, or sorting laundry.
Example Lesson: Learning and Recognition
Explanation: The book presents various flying objects which allow children to learn and identify different things that can fly.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps children categorize and recognize objects in other settings, enhancing their cognitive development.
Example Lesson: Patience and Focus
Explanation: Observing things that fly often requires patience and focus, as children need to wait and watch carefully.
Real-World Application: These skills are applicable in academic settings, such as during classroom lessons or when completing tasks requiring sustained concentration.