Behind the cloudiest of days, the Sun is always shining bright! Kids ages 3-5 will learn about the most important star in our sky, the Sun. Imaginative illustrations and easy to follow facts make this a fascinating book for young learners to read again and again.
There are many stars in the night sky, but only one that we’ve found, so far that supports a planet filled with life, that’s our star, the Sun! I Am the Sun introduces kids to the basic concepts of space and Earth science while also teaching how important the Sun is to our very existence here on Earth. From the air we breathe to the everchanging weather, the Sun is a source of life for all of us.
Children ages 3-7 will learn the Sun’s important place as the center of the Solar System, and how it interacts and affects the planets that are held in place by its incredible gravity. From Mercury to Neptune, kids will learn the different ways the Sun’s warmth and light reaches the planets, especially our planet Earth.
The Sun nourishes and feeds all living things on Earth, heating and lighting the surface, feeding the plants that start the food cycle, and keeping planets close so they don’t drift away, and so much more. After reading I Am the Sun, preschoolers, kindergartners, and first-graders will be able to better understand that shining star that sustains life.
Young children will learn about basic concepts of astronomy, how the Sun got its start in space, and how it’s the glue that holds the solar system together. I Am the Sun is a great beginning book about the Sun for kids. Images are big and bright for kids ages 5-8. The concepts are basic and geared for preschool through first-grade learners.
With the Sun and planets designed as happy characters that guide children through learning about the many fascinating astronomy and Earth facts, learning becomes easier for little kids just beginning to understand their place in space. The Sun is a smiling character that children can relate to, making reading fun while encouraging kids to want to read the book again and again to learn all about the Sun.
I Am the Sun is an excellent introduction to astronomy and space science, especially geared toward preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade levels of learning. Where do stars come from? How are they surrounded by planets? Why is the Sun important? Why and how should people protect themselves from the Sun? These are a few of the questions answered in I Am the Sun.
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Big and Bright illustrations will capture kids’ attention while reinforcing the scientific facts presented in an easy to follow and age-appropriate pace. Questions in the back of the book revisit many of the topics and encourage scientific thinking. I Am the Sun makes a great study point for numerous activities centered around space science. It promotes independent thought in early learning making it a great addition to any homeschool, traditional, and Montessori classroom. The large images and print are great for reading aloud. This is a book about the Sun that makes an excellent science book for girls and boys.
For more early learning science books for kids, check out I Am Earth, I Am the Moon, I Am the Solar System, and I Am Mars for more space exploration. Wonderful adventures for the aspiring young astronaut and kids who love science. And, for kids who like learning about life on Earth, check out I Am a Bee, I Am a Frog, and I Am Spring.
