What's Alive? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)

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Best Children’s Science Book List 1995 (S)

I wasn't sure what to expect from this book but I'm pleased with it. The subject matter hasn't totally clicked for my young daughter but it's just a matter of time before we read this book and she truly starts to catch on. I recommend the book, my 2 year old enjoys this one.

I purchased this book because my 3 year old son had lots of questions after our much loved dog died. I like that it focuses on the qualifications for what is living versus what is "not alive" (rather than "dead"). It did help somewhat. And that it does not scare kids (too much focus on the "death" part can be scary for toddlers).

One of the better "Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1" series. Although I hate to recommend a book that doesn't really show you what's inside when it advertises "Search Inside."

This book is excellent at explaining and illustrating what is alive. It uses simple language and examples to let young children understand what things are living or non living. The information is age appropriate for elementary school children, but can be modified for younger children.

I am an elementary school librarian and this book addresses one of the basic questions asked by Kinders and First Graders. I bought two for the library and our primary teachers are now ordering their own. Can't lose on this one.