The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions

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Why are bubbles always round? Could I ever touch a rainbow? Why can't I remember being a baby? Have you ever not been able to concentrate because there are SO many questions buzzing round your brain? The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions will offer answers to the most bamboozling questions and curious queries that you can think of. How many stars are in the night sky? Why don't animals wear clothes? Do plants have feelings? Asking everything from “How does gravity work?”, “Why am I me and not someone else?”, and “Do plants have feelings?”, to “How do we know Earth is round?”, “Are aliens real?” and “Could I swim in ice-cream?”, this book is fascinating and fun. What’s more, not only does The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions ask dozens of seemingly impossible questions that might keep you up at night, but it also shares answers, so readers can drift into thought-provoking dreams that’ll keep them curious about the world. We were thrilled that Isabel joined The LoveReading LitFest to share her real life adventures in curiosity. You can find a preview of this event and sign up to become a member. The LoveReading LitFest is a digitally native, all year round, online literature and books festival, with new content released every week is a free-for-all-users festival. Help Isabel explore answers with interactive challenges and bring your most bamboozling brainteasers for a chance to star in her next book. An event for everyone who won’t take ‘I don’t know’ for an answer. The questions continue to flow at home. A 2017 study revealed that the average four-year-old ask s 73 questions a day . And the average parent knows that t he most wonderful – and hardest to answer – are always saved for bedtime!

Thank you so much for your amazing hard work and preparation for the fantastic three events today. It was so lovely to see all the children and teachers enjoying it." Bestselling author Alexandra Christo, author of TikTok sensation To Kill a Kingdom, introduces her new book, The Night Hunt (Hot Key Books), a dark... Isabel Thomas, author of The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions, tells the FCBG about her book and the reasons behind writing it. A Guardian Best Book of 2022!“Top-notch nonfiction from a profoundly accomplished author, it’s the sort of book that could ignite lifelong scientific curiosity.” But in reaching for a relatable analogy, the AI makes an error (of punctuation or science), telling us that machines and toys are made from cells. Human authors and editors make mistakes too. But the analogy is not one that science writers would choose. Our bodies don’t work like toys or machines, and for children this idea might cause confusion.

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It can already do certain things faster than books can – such as helping a child identify an insect they have spotted. But carefully curated books about science and nature have the power to connect with children in a way that AI can’t; to encourage them to notice the insect, appreciate its beauty and mystery and yearn to discover its name. David Almond introduces his new picture book, A Way to the Stars, a story about perseverance and finding a way to make dreams come true. I also run an online, low-cost course for writers, illustrators, teachers and scientists who would like to turn a great idea into a non-fiction book proposal. Find out more here.

The Nottinghill Carnival takes central stage in this story about families, memories and the power of dance and festivals. Author Yaba Badoe tells... We had the opportunity to ask Isabel some 'impossible' science questions ourselves, such as 'Why are bubbles round?'. We really enjoyed our morning learning about being an author and a scientist too!' Why am I me and not someone else ? Why can’t I stay up as late as you ? Why do I like my friends more than other people? Why won’t I live forever?I offer full-day or half day visits, starting with a 30-minute assembly and moving on to interactive workshops that integrate science and literacy learning. With bright, bold illustrations by Aaron Cushley, Isabel Thomas’ The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions explores a huge range of scientific topics in an engaging way that’s sure to satisfy committed young thinkers. Moreover, it’s also set to inspire 7+ year-olds who’ve yet to be sparked by the magic of science and nature.