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carolineinthelibrary's review against another edition
4.0
This book was full of interesting tidbits and quirky questions from kids, answered by adults who might specialize in that particular field. Some of the information is a little redundant because the questions are very similar, but I still enjoyed this fun read! I'd highly recommend it to anyone with inquisitive minds or inquisitive kids in their lives!
themorsecode's review against another edition
3.0
Questions from children posed to some of the best minds of our age (and Miranda Hart) and answered in a way that, well, a child can understand.
Although I'm clearly not the target audience for this (the book is more for parents trying to explain to their inquisitive child why the sky is blue or if a cow would fly into space if it didn't fart for a year(!)), it is a reminder that sometimes you do need to think like a child to really capture the wonder in the world and the innocence of some of the questions is rather lovely. Skimmable at times but depending on the person answering the question, an enjoyable read.
Although I'm clearly not the target audience for this (the book is more for parents trying to explain to their inquisitive child why the sky is blue or if a cow would fly into space if it didn't fart for a year(!)), it is a reminder that sometimes you do need to think like a child to really capture the wonder in the world and the innocence of some of the questions is rather lovely. Skimmable at times but depending on the person answering the question, an enjoyable read.
whosbradpitt's review against another edition
We've tried to go through this a few times; some answers are great and some are less exciting. Kiddo isn't super interested.
juliana_aldous's review against another edition
4.0
A nice little reference collection of questions from children and answered by experts. Answers such questions as--Who Was the First Artist? Are We All Related? Did Alexander the Great Like Frogs? And Where Does Wind Come From?
It was first published in Great Britain--which will be an education for your child as to the differences and spellings in words we use.
I would have given it five stars if it had been designed to contain more illustrations.
It was first published in Great Britain--which will be an education for your child as to the differences and spellings in words we use.
I would have given it five stars if it had been designed to contain more illustrations.
laurenpedersen's review against another edition
3.0
Cute concept. I didn't read it cover to cover but mostly glanced at a few stories.neat idea for a fundraiser as intended.
khchristensen's review against another edition
2.0
Yes, you can eat a worm. If you really have to. But you should probably cook it first. Bear Grylls likes them boiled with some pine needles.
goldiefan's review against another edition
4.0
Very good book for children and adults- light reading with some great contributions.
sarawattae's review against another edition
3.0
Una lectura muy divertida porque en muchos sentidos me sentí como una niña pequeña llena de curiosidad. Mis respuestas favoritas fueron sobre por qué hay gente tan alta, por qué los dinosaurios se extinguieron, acaso todos somos familia, existen los extraterrestres y cómo llegan las burbujas a las bebidas con gas. Ya estoy armada y preparada para todas las preguntas que me hará mi sobrina a lo largo de su vida
andycyca's review against another edition
5.0
Children are no idiots, only slightly less experienced than us adults. This is why they sometimes seem to have no barriers to their thoughts, actions and questions. We do, because we take many things for granted.
This is why reading this book is not only educational for kids and adults alike, but therapeutic as well. Just reading through the index made me wonder how many things I think I know but never give a second thought about it.
The selection of experts is astounding and I really appreciate that their answers are never condescending, but plain, informative and even poetic.
My recommendation is to ponder every question for a while before reading what the expert has to say. Do you know the answer? Could you know the answer? What do you know about the subject? Then read along and marvel yourself
This is why reading this book is not only educational for kids and adults alike, but therapeutic as well. Just reading through the index made me wonder how many things I think I know but never give a second thought about it.
The selection of experts is astounding and I really appreciate that their answers are never condescending, but plain, informative and even poetic.
My recommendation is to ponder every question for a while before reading what the expert has to say. Do you know the answer? Could you know the answer? What do you know about the subject? Then read along and marvel yourself