About this book
Dr. Why-Physics is an advanced readers book for children ages 7 to 11. The world of physics is fascinating! Many things in our everyday lives are controlled by the laws of physics. In this book, Dr. Why answers questions like how roller coasters work and what is a black hole.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Lydia Light |
| Ages | 9 to 11 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 4 |
| Reading level | Level 4, Advanced Readers |
| Length | 10 pages, 1625 words, 14 minutes |
| Categories | Science, Vocabulary |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Dr. Why-Physics with your child
Dr. Why-Physics opens up Science for young readers. The facts are short and clear, and the pictures help the ideas land. Read a page together, then ask your child what surprised them. Talking about what you read is how new knowledge sticks. It is a good book for curious children who like to ask questions and find out how things work.
Talk about it together
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Dr. Why-Physics?
- What did you learn about Science?
Inside the book
In Dr. Why-Physics, readers find Science. The world of physics is fascinating! The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Science and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “How do roller coasters work?”
Words to learn in this book
- mass: The quantity of matter (stuff) in a body or object. It is not the same as weight.
- momentum: The speed an object gains when it’s moving.
- illuminates: To shine light on something.
- repels: To drive away.
- charge: Electric charges can be positive or negative. They happen when there is an imbalance of electrons and protons.
- friction: The resistance caused when one surface or object rubs against another.
- compressed: Flattened, squeezed together, made smaller.
- denser: Squeezed together tightly.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 4 and Level 4 (Advanced Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
10 pages, 1625 words, 14 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Match the Following activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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