Very First Questions and Answers: What's Inside Me?
#1 in Lift-The-Flap Questions And Answers Series
What’s inside...
Take an exciting journey inside the human body and explore the answers to questions about what gives us shape, how we move, the purpose of blood, and the journey of food through our system. This exploration is guided by a lively and characterful cast of body parts who help reveal the fascinating inner workings of the human body.
Discussion points
What did you find most interesting about how our bodies work?
Why do you think it's important for us to know what's inside us?
How do you feel when you think about all the things your body can do?
Can you name a few parts inside your body and guess what they do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the book's content to their own experiences, such as comparing their heartbeat or breathing to what they’ve learned.
Use the illustrations in the book to help your child visualize where different organs and bones are located in their own body.
After each section, pause to ask your child what they think and feel about the information presented.
Celebrate the complexity of the human body by emphasizing how wonderfully unique each function and organ is.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding of Body Functionality
Explanation: The book uses simple, clear explanations accompanied by engaging illustrations to explain how different organs and systems in the body work.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge to better understand their own bodily functions and develop a healthy curiosity about human anatomy.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Health and Well-being
Explanation: Through exploring what’s inside the human body, the book emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's health.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to adopt healthy habits such as eating nutritious foods, exercising, and maintaining personal hygiene.
Example Lesson: Exploration and Curiosity
Explanation: The book answers common questions children might have about their bodies in a fun and educational manner.
Real-World Application: This fosters a spirit of inquiry and exploration in children, motivating them to learn more and ask questions about the world around them.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding Differences
Explanation: By explaining various body types and functions, 'What's Inside Me?' promotes an understanding that everyone's body is unique.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate diversity and show empathy towards others who may be different from them.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: The question and answer format of the book encourages children to think critically and engage with the information presented.
Real-World Application: This critical thinking ability can be utilized in academic settings and in everyday problem-solving situations.