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Ever wonder how squirrels learned to cross roads? Or ever wonder what we as people can learn from squirrels? Wild Ideas by Elin Kelsey poses these questions and others, as part of exploring how can people and animals alike both face and solve problems. Accompanying the lyrical text are breathtaking dioramas by illustrator Soyeon Kim.
What I most like about Wild Ideas is how the text is grounded in science. The more I read of this picture book from Owl Books, the more astounding each statement became to me. For example, I didn’t know that when orangutans feel puzzled, they stop, think, and weave safe places to rest. Even more incredible is the fact that when dung beetles are seeking direction, they apparently look to the heavens and steer by the Milky Way. Author Elin Kelsey is an environmental consultant whose research for Wild Ideas came straight from those who study animals, as well as scientific journals, and she presents a lot of fascinating info in a fun format.
Another feature I like about Wild Ideas is the inquiry-based approach. Kelsey asks questions, along with providing facts. Her text encourages one not to simply absorb information, but to wonder how animals seek solutions and find solutions. Did you know that just like us, when animals try to make something happen, they get frustrated and try again and find tools? Without pushing, Wild Ideas inspires one to rethink problems, because Kelsey focuses on the remarkable adaptations and achievements of animals. Through them, Kelsey gentles advises her young readers to not give up in the face of problems, but instead to view problems as a way to unlock our imagination and discover a world of wild ideas.
First a little about the book. The core purpose is to show children that everyone has problems, even wild animals, and that they don't give up, but create their own answers. For example, sea otters that use rocks to open shells or humpback whales that capture fish in bubbles. The ideas encourage children to be creative and look around them to see what solutions animals in nature have innovated. I found the text enjoyable with different sized fonts and bold words to help children focus.
I would have liked a little more explanation about certain animals, and found myself looking at the inside cover art to explain what certain animals were doing, such as the elephant. In the book it says elephants innovate, but I couldn't tell from the picture or the text how they innovate. By looking at the inside cover I gathered more detail and read about an elephant stepping on a fence to get fruit. I guess I just need somethings spelled out.
The artwork is non typical and 100% brilliant. The artist uses different mediums to illustrated the author's words. There are collages that seem to jump off the page, felt moons that show texture and bright bold colors highlighting events. I was eager to turn each page to see how the artist would express things.
Wow, this book is so fun. Kids will enjoy every page. I do suggest looking at the inside cover art first so you get a better idea of what the animals in each page are actually doing. 4 stars!
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