- Playful illustrations keep readers’ imaginations active
- Challenges readers to think critically about cause and effect
- Covers topics including, technology, environmental science, space, ecology, and more
- Invites readers to consider main questions and guides them through possible situations
- Think About It! feature throughout the books encourages readers to offer own their own thoughts
- Before, during, and after reading questions give teachers and parents strategies to keep readers engaged
- Comprehension questions and a chain of events activity at the back of each book help readers review and reflect
Join us as we consider the following questions – What Would Happen If…
• All the Bees Died Out?
• A Supervolcano Erupted?
• Robots Became Smarter than Humans?
• The Ice Caps Melted?
• All the Rainforests Were Destroyed?
• We Had to Live on Other Planets?
"Surprisingly adorable responses to some hard-hitting questions fill this series. A concerned cartoon bee calls after a dead friend serenely floating off in a cloud, while a happy little tree waters itself with a can. The illustrations, among the most appealing in this year’s selection of books, do not compromise the content; it remains unwatered-down and unsanitized. Young readers confront the harsh reality of human activity on bees, rainforests, and ice caps as well the potential dangers of AI and supervolcanoes. However, this series is also a beacon of hope, showcasing the wonders of science and the daily efforts people make to improve and safeguard our world. The engaging layout seamlessly blends illustrations and photos, encouraging critical thinking with ‘Think About It’ sections throughout the text. The books begin with tips for close reading and conclude with comprehension questions, a glossary, an activity, and a writing prompt.
VERDICT: Eye-catching and comprehensive. A treat for curious readers."
- School Library Journal 2024