I Get Wet works by turning a child's natural urge to splash into a hands-on science experiment where they are the primary investigator. The text focuses on immediate sensory feedback and the physical sensations of water on skin. Books in this family share a focus on tactile discovery and encourage kids to learn through active, messy play.
Reach for this book when your child is in the bathtub or splashing in puddles and begins asking why water behaves the way it does. It is the perfect tool for turning everyday sensory play into a foundational science lesson. Rather than just providing facts, it invites children to use their own bodies and senses to explore the physical properties of water. This nonfiction selection focuses on curiosity and wonder, explaining concepts like surface tension and adhesion through simple, guided observations. It is ideally suited for children ages 3 to 7 who are naturally inquisitive about the natural world. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's messy play as important scientific discovery, making it a wonderful choice for encouraging a lifelong love of STEM.
