My First Book of Earth - by Stephanie Manka Schuttler (Paperback)

About the Book

"From the clouds way up above us to the liquid core miles beneath our feet, there are so many amazing things about Earth. See what makes our home planet so special with this introduction to Earth for ages 3 to 5. Explore the continents, how weather works, the important jobs of trees and plants, and so much more!"--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

See how much there is to discover with this Earth science adventure for kids 3-5. From the same series as the popular My First Book of Planets!

From the clouds way up above us to the liquid core miles beneath our feet, there are so many amazing things about Earth. See what makes our home planet so special with this introduction to land, sea, and sky for preschool and kindergarten kids. With My First Book of Earth, they'll explore the different continents, how weather works, the important jobs of trees and plants, and so much more!

Awesome images--Colorful photos and accurate illustrations show off unbelievable scenery like volcanoes, canyons, and the moon.

Why does that happen? --This nonfiction science book for kids explains how rocks are formed, what makes the sun go down at night, and why gravity affects the oceans.

Fascinating Earth facts--Did you know that there are mountains underwater? Or that the tallest tree is almost as tall as 19 houses stacked on top of each other? Find trivia like this and more in this amazing Earth book for kids.

Pick up this ultimate book of planet Earth and encourage curious kids to read, learn, and explore.

Review Quotes

"Do you have a junior scientist in your life? My First Book of Earth by Stephanie Schuttler is a wonderfully comprehensive book for young readers who want to learn about all aspects of our incredible planet. Like others in the Junior Scientist book series, My First Book of Earth should be taken on road trips, carried on bug-collecting adventures, shared with family and friends, or simply enjoyed as a bedtime story book. This is a MUST-HAVE book for the dirt-loving, rock-collecting, curious future scientists in your life." --Ashley Hall, museum professional, author, and science communication expert

"A great book for families and kiddos to explore our marvelous planet and learn about all the features and phenomena that make Earth special! With clear, simple language and beautiful illustrations that engage the senses, this book will be a go-to resource for answering all your child's "What," "Why," and "How" questions about Planet Earth." --Dr. Holly Menninger, scientist, mom, and museum professional

"Do you know a child who is always asking "why?" This book will help you answer that accurately, and better yet, will inspire more questions about our planet. Covering all of the major earth science topics, each chapter could be read sequentially or shared individually as curiosity about the earth comes into conversation. With simple diagrams and beautiful images, My First Book of Earth provides a solid background for young scientists and their families." --Elizabeth Baird, director, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

"Easy to understand, beautiful and well written by an a top-notch biologist. For all of us who want our kids to understand the basics of Earth, from the geology to the climate, this book is the perfect introduction and a must-have on any kid's bookshelf. " --Rob Nelson of StoneAgeMan, biologist / TV presenter

About the Author

DR. STEPHANIE MANKA SCHUTTLER is a biologist, author, and science communicator. Her research has taken her across the globe to study a variety of species from flour beetles to forest elephants. She is also the founder of Fancy Scientist, LLC, where she mentors aspiring wildlife biologists and educates people on the science and conservation of wildlife.