Britannica First Big Book Of Why

WHY do elephants have trunks?

WHY are clouds different shapes? WHY does my tummy rumble? WHY does popcorn pop? WHY do we flush the toilet?

Britannica’s authoritative and lavishly illustrated question and answer book will satisfy even the most curious children, with over 100 questions verified by Britannica experts. Spanning a range of topics including animals, the body, machines, space and more, this book provides clear and accessible explanations – and even explores some of the mysteries that experts are still trying to solve! 

By encouraging children to question how the world works, Britannica First Big Book of Why supports STEAM learning and nurtures enquiring minds. All the amazing facts are brought to life by stunning photography and gorgeous original illustrations by Kate Slater.

BRITANNICA’S AUTHORITATIVE ANSWERS TO OVER 100 QUESTIONS

This 272-page book provides clear and insightful answers to questions about animals, the body, machines, space and more, all of which are verified by Britannica experts. Stunning original illustrations, diagrams and photography help to illuminate these answers.

The different questions in the book introduce key concepts in science and geography and encourage children to investigate how the world works.

Woven through the pages are “Wacky Facts” and “Who Knows?”, questions that scientists are still trying to solve. And there’s a picture puzzle at the end of each chapter, full of amazing images that will make you go “Wow! What’s That?”

The ultimate gift for children aged 4+ who need to know WHY!