What if fish had feet? What kind of shoes would they wear?
What if you could ride a cloud? Where would you go?
What if you only had one sweet left? Would you give it to your friend or eat it yourself?
What's your WHAT IF question and what will your answer be?
This picture book for ages 7+ offers endless possibilities for children (and adults!) to explore and imagine the kind of world we might like to live in. Presented through a range of both fun and serious open-ended questions, the book's purpose is to help:
- Encourage an interest in reading.
- Further vocabulary/language skills.
- Promote imaginative thinking.
- Stimulate discussion skills.
- Develop problem solving skills.
- Nurture emotional intelligence (EQ).
Also included as a springboard for follow up activities are:
- Examples of 'What If...' questions from primary school children.
- A photocopiable scroll certificate for readers to fill in showing how they intend to help improve our world for everyone!
As well as being enjoyed as a picture book, 'What If?' can be used to support the National Curriculum Requirements for Literacy and PSHE.
About the Author :
KD Greaves is a children's writer and tutor. Holding a B.A. Hons Degree in History and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, KD spent several years working as a tour guide in magical, storybook settings including Rome, Venice, Paphos and Carthage before returning to the UK where she worked in schools; first as a classroom practitioner and then as a literacy intervention teacher, weaving storytelling into the fabric of her teaching. Parent to three boys, KD's past writing career has included a range of well-received stories and playscripts commissioned by the BBC, Channel 4, and Granada TV. KD is a great believer that reading for pleasure empowers children and guides them in finding the voice inside themselves.
Review :
"I love this! A great book for use in children's philosophy sessions." Paul White, White's World of Reading Limited
"A gateway in shaping young minds to ensure we are building an innovative world. Brilliant!!!" Afra Bannerman-Fankah, Operations & Development - Myrtle Learning
"A delightful book that tickles the imagination and nests in kindness." Billy Macqueen, Producer & Writer Darrall Macqueen Limited, Patron of The Children's Media Foundation
