Book Title: Baby’s Big World: Chemistry
Author: Veronica L. Murphy
Published: 2016
Recommended Age Group: Toddler, Pre-School
About Baby’s Big World: Chemistry:
Written by Veronica Murphy and illustrated by Hilli Kushnir, Baby’s Big World: Chemistry is an important installment within the Baby’s Big World series aimed at educating young audiences on topics like science, music, government and architecture.
In the chemistry edition, Murphy introduces toddlers and preschoolers to the fundamentals of the science by covering topics such as elements, compounds and even the periodic table. Kushnir’s illustrations are the perfect accompaniment to the simple story structure and serve as helpful aides for young children trying to grasp the concepts being introduced.
Why We Recommend It
Baby’s Big World: Chemistry provides a perfect introduction to science for toddlers, and even preschoolers. It’s simple structure (no more than two sentences per page) is great for young children, and the subjects discussed are covered in a way that are relatable to items that kids experience everyday (i.e. comparing the periodic table to a box of crayons). Some of the other topics covered include chemicals, elements, atoms, molecules and compounds!
For teachers and parents wanting an easy starting point to talk science with a young audience, Baby’s Big World: Chemistry is a great option.
We also encourage you to check out the other books in the Baby’s Big World series!
Baby’s Big World: Yoga
Baby’s Big World: U.S. Government
Baby’s Big World: Music
Baby’s Big World: Architecture
Baby’s Big World: Mindfulness
Baby’s Big World: Women Who Changed the World
Baby’s Big World: Astronomy
Baby’s Big World: Great Inventors