About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is in a 'did you know?' phase or is constantly asking who is the fastest, strongest, or biggest in the world. It is the perfect tool for a child who feels a sense of wonder toward the extremes of the human and natural world, providing quick, data-driven answers that satisfy deep curiosity. Unlike a narrative story, this mini-encyclopedia allows for 'snackable' reading sessions, making it ideal for reluctant readers or children with high energy who prefer short bursts of information. The book explores record-breaking feats in science, nature, technology, and sports through a lens of human achievement and natural marvels. It fosters a sense of awe and helps children understand scale and comparison through tables and charts. It is an excellent choice for building a child's confidence as a 'subject expert' in their peer group. Appropriate for ages 7 to 12, it turns a rainy afternoon into a session of discovery and intellectual exploration.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and objective. It focuses on physical and measurable records. There are no sensitive emotional or social topics addressed, as the focus remains strictly on data and achievements.
Ideal Reader
A child who loves collecting facts like trading cards. It is perfect for the 'highly logical' child who enjoys categorizing the world or the student who prefers visual data over long-form prose. It is also a great fit for a child who struggles with traditional fiction but thrives when they can share impressive statistics with adults.
