The World Almanac for Kids 2001
#2001 in The World Almanac For Kids Series
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What’s inside...
Offers facts on a range of topics, from animals to weather and from computers to sports. Jam-packed with fun facts and color illustrations, the completely revised 2001 edition of the only annual almanac designed exclusively for kids includes a special 16-page photo-filled look at the year's faces and places in the news, plus more than 30 completely new interactive puzzles, games, brain teasers, and other activities kids can try at home. With much more information than any other book of its kind, this kid-friendly book is great for homework help or just browsing. It's perfect for the inquisitive kid!
Discussion points
What is one new fact you learned from the almanac that surprised you?
If you could choose any topic from the almanac to explore further, which one would it be and why?
How do you think the information in the almanac can help you in school or in daily life?
Can you think of a way how learning from the past can help us make better decisions for the future?
Which section of the almanac did you find the most interesting and what did you learn from it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the facts from the almanac to their personal experiences to make the information more meaningful.
Ask open-ended questions that require more than a yes or no answer to encourage deeper thinking and conversation.
Create a quiz game from the facts in the almanac to make the learning process fun and engaging.
Suggest your child to draw or create a project based on an interesting fact or topic they found in the almanac to deepen their understanding.
Discuss the historical or scientific contexts of certain facts to enhance comprehension and retention.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Curiosity
Explanation: The book instills curiosity by providing a broad range of intriguing facts across various topics.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and seek out knowledge, enhancing their understanding of the world around them.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Diversity
Explanation: Through global facts and historical insights, the almanac showcases the richness of different cultures and perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children learn to respect and value diverse cultures, which promotes inclusivity and empathy in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Time Management
Explanation: The almanac is sectioned in a way that children can learn to digest information in structured formats.
Real-World Application: Helps children organize their learning schedule and improve focus, useful for both academic and personal growth.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: Presenting data and facts in a compelling format, the almanac encourages analysis and deeper understanding.
Real-World Application: Children learn to assess information critically, aiding them in academic tasks and everyday decision making.
Example Lesson: Understanding Global Issues
Explanation: By covering topics like environment and global events, it broadens the child’s worldview.
Real-World Application: Prepares children to be more informed and responsible global citizens, aware of issues that impact the world.