Schaefer, Lola M. Motion. Druscilla Santiago, Illus. Hands-On Science. Charlesbridge, 2/2024. [38]pp. Nonfiction. Trade $16.99. 978-1-62354-245-0. GRADES Kindergarten–2. OUTSTANDING.
This third title in the Hands-On Science series interacts with readers in similar ways as the previous title (Geology, 2023) explaining a somewhat abstract concept to young readers. Learning about the subject of motion becomes exciting and engaging via the interactive presentation methods this author/illustrator duo use. The basic, straightforward storyline guides young readers through an interactive journey focusing on what motion is and how they experience it every day. For example, readers are asked to poke whipped cream (on the page) to see it change shape, shaking the book upside down to see the whipped cream fall off, or moving a marble on a track by tilting the book to one side or another. These actions readily and succinctly demonstrate what motion is, in understandable and fun ways. Great for reading aloud with a small group and introducing this physics concept to younger readers.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library