About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking the big 'How?' and 'Where?' questions about their favorite outdoor toys. It is perfect for children who have just mastered riding or those who are fascinated by the inner workings of machines and factories. This informational guide transforms a common object into a journey of global engineering and logistics, fostering a sense of wonder for the unseen work that goes into everyday items. Mae Respicio moves beyond just riding a bike to explain the manufacturing process, from raw materials to the assembly line and finally to the local store. It celebrates human ingenuity and the excitement of a new purchase. For kids aged 6 to 9, it provides just enough technical detail to satisfy their curiosity without becoming overwhelming, making it a great tool for building vocabulary and understanding the broader world.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is secular, factual, and focuses entirely on the industrial and commercial process of manufacturing.
Ideal Reader
A second or third grader who loves taking things apart to see how they work. It is also ideal for a child who is about to receive their first 'big kid' bike and wants to appreciate the significance of the gift.
