The "But Why?" series presents a tried and tested approach that opens up the realm of bigger and deeper thinking in the classroom - even for the very young. By encouraging questioning and discussion, P4C has been shown to increase motivation, boost creativity, develop confidence and self-esteem, teach moral citizenship, encourage decision making and create a climate for learning.

 

This book is part of a book series called But Why?-Developing Philosophical Thinking in the Classroom .

This book is aimed at children in preschool.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2004 by Network Educational Press Ltd .

SALES POINTS * A science-fiction novel with a superb story line and a sense of wonder ? an epic to rival Philip Pullman * Stephen Bowkett is a regular on the schools talks and reading circuit