Sharks Can't Smile!: And Other Amazing Facts (Ready-to-Read Level 2) (Super Facts for Super Kids)
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What’s inside...
Super Facts for Super Kids is a fun and engaging nonfiction series for beginning readers. With vibrant photographs, comic-style illustrations, and infographics, this Level 2 Ready-to-Read series focuses on animals and is highly attractive to young readers. The book features incredible facts about sharks, such as the massive size of Whale Sharks, the long lifespan of Greenland Sharks, and the bioluminescence of some species. It also covers unique characteristics like the absence of bones and the inability to smile in sharks. Additionally, the book includes a section on ocean conservation and the importance of protecting sharks.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think sharks can't smile, and what other surprising facts did you learn about sharks from this book?
If you could ask a shark one question, what would it be and why?
How do the facts in the book change how you think about sharks and other sea creatures?
What's your favorite fact from the book, and how can you share this fact with your friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Share your own curiosity by discussing facts about sharks you find surprising or interesting.
Encourage your child to relate the information from the book to their observations in the world or other things they’ve learned.
Use the book as a starting point to explore other educational materials about marine life, fostering a deeper connection and understanding.
Ask follow-up questions to your child’s responses to encourage critical thinking and further conversation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book presents a plethora of unusual facts about sharks, sparking curiosity and fostering a love for learning new things.
Real-World Application: Children can apply their innate curiosity to explore other subjects such as astronomy, history, or art, enhancing their general knowledge and understanding of the world.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: By debunking common myths about sharks, this book encourages children to question and analyze the information they come across rather than accepting it at face value.
Real-World Application: In everyday life, this skill helps children to not easily be misled and encourages them to seek out reliable sources when they encounter new information.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The book explains characteristics and behaviors of sharks, which can lead to a greater respect and appreciation for these creatures and nature as a whole.
Real-World Application: This understanding nurtures empathy towards wildlife and can inspire responsible behavior towards the environment such as recycling, conserving water, or participating in local clean-up efforts.