How they work? Rockets
This book discusses what rockets are and how they work
About this book
How they work? Rockets is an advanced readers book for children ages 7 to 11. This book discusses what rockets are and how they work. It also explains the basics characteristics of outer space. A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.
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, 810 words, 7 minutes |
| Categories | Science, Vocabulary |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, What is This? 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 How they work? Rockets with your child
This book helps children learn about Science. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- Would you like to read more books about Science?
- What questions do you still have about Science?
- What was the most surprising thing in this book?
Inside the book
In How they work? Rockets, readers find Science. This book discusses what rockets are and how they work. 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: “Hi, my name is Linda and I’m an astronaut.”
Words to learn in this book
- gravity: Gravity is a natural phenomenon that pulls things or people down to the ground.
- lift off: Lift off occurs when the rocket actually leaves the ground and moves upward.
- orbit: When an object moves around another one, in a circular or oval path, it is in orbit.
- exhaust: Exhaust gases are produced and blown out of a rocket when the gasoline burns.
- nozzles: The exhaust gases shoot out of the nozzles of the rocket, which are located on the bottom.
- withstand: To resist and not get hurt by something.
- launching pad: A large structure that surrounds the rocket before lift off. It is generally used for maintenance and to get everything ready.
- maintenance: Taking care of something, like a rocket, so that it functions well and remains safe.
- flight simulators: Flight simulators were created to train pilots. They basically re-create the flight of an aircraft and make you feel like you’re really experiencing it.
- vast: Very big, huge.
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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, What is This? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
10 pages, 810 words, 7 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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