I Wonder Why Lemons Taste Sour and Other Questions about Senses

by Deborah Chancellor

This text takes a look at human and animal senses. Learn how humans differ from animals and what super senses certain creatures have, for example a dog's acute hearing and strong sense of smell, or echolocation - the extra sense of some creatures such as bats, whales and dolphins.

Genres: Nonfiction

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Deborah Chancellor is a writer of fiction and non-fiction books for children. To date she has written nearly 100 books and worked with many leading publishers. Deborah is a versatile author who has written biographies for teenagers, adapted Bible stories for pre-school children, and teenage fiction for older children with reading difficulties. She is a prolific writer of children's non-fiction on a wide range of subjects.

She has been translated into many languages and is sold all over the world. Her books have been shortlisted for awards, such as the Little Rebels Award (Harriet Tubman, 2014) and Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (Being a Vegetarian, 2010).

Deborah is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund, and was RFL Fellow at Newnham College, Cambridge University, from 2009-2012. She appears at Literary Festivals and runs writing workshops for young people.

Reviews

[Emily Mote · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summary:
This book gives students information about the five senses. By offering many fun facts, this book teaches about the five senses in a unique and intriguing way.

Evaluation:
I think this book is a great one for any teacher to add to their library! This book kept me engaged because it offered so many interesting facts about the five senses. Did you know that girls typically have more taste buds than guys? I didn't know this, but since I read this book, now I do! I think this book does a great job of presenting children with new information. It also offers a variety of many types of illustrations.

Teaching Ideas:
I would use this book as a book to begin to teach students about the five senses. This book would make a great book to a lesson because it involves so many interesting facts. These fun facts are sure to keep the students engaged and eager to learn more.

[Cherie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genre: non-fiction informational
Copyright: 2007
Thoughts: Excellent info, very clearly written.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Non-fiction book with lots of short informational facts about each of the different senses. Short enough to read through in one sitting.