Never Stop Wondering

by Emily R Morgan

Keep curiosity alive! That’s the message of Never Stop Wondering, which inspires children to develop an enduring interest in the mysteries of the universe. Illustrated with whimsical drawings and written in lively verse by Emily Morgan (author of the Next Time You See series), the book is a vibrant ode to the power of asking questions and the endeavor of science. It prompts kids to be inquisitive and persistent like the great scientists of history and provides activities to get their questions flowing; it motivates them to appreciate scientific inquiry; and most important, it encourages them to never stop in their quest to explore the “whys” of the world.

32 pages, Paperback

Published May 31, 2019

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wonderings and questions often lead to the greatest discoveries, but as the world gets busier, humans are less likely to take the time to thoughtfully consider their surroundings. Children naturally wonder aloud about what they see and experience, asking questions that lead to a better understanding of what makes up their world. But adults are less inclined to ask questions, often focusing more on their busy lives rather than truly investigating the world around them. The danger in this cautionary tale, however, comes from blindly believing what one hears without questioning a statement’s veracity for the sake of having a quick and accessible answer. This rhyming picture book reminds young readers and their caregivers of the importance of thoughtful reflection about the intricacies of the world. Instead of presenting science as a distant and challenging topic, the text showcases the fact that simply wondering about how something works is the very essence of science–something children do every day. Rhyming blocks of text guide the reader through the book, speaking directly to young people through accessible phrases and thoughtful design. Adjacent to these words are colorful illustrations that invite children into the book by inspiring more questions than are addressed in the text itself. Back matter supports educators in encouraging questions in the classroom, guiding their own students to continue to be lifelong learners. No matter one's age, the art of wondering is one that will serve a person well throughout their lives. This is a good addition to classroom collections for young elementary school-aged readers who are beginning to more thoughtfully question the realities of their world.

[Caroline Cogswell · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book above is a great book that all teachers should have. Not only is it colorful and intriguing to the eye, but it asks the students questions that keep them wondering why about life and science. This is a great book to read aloud during science time or reading and writing time. We continually teach students to infer about their surroundings and the information and facts that we teach them. That is why this book is essential to have. It will continue to keep your students curiosity alive and show them that we infer almost about everything.