How it works: Light by Sarah Hull. Illus. by Kaley McKean

One in a series of STEM books being produced by Usborne, this one about light shows how much light there is even when it is dark. The endpapers pose questions younger readers will love thinking about and opening the flaps to find the answers. With more than 60 flaps to unlock, any reader will have a great deal of fun with this book. The bright, informative book has diagrams maps, lists, and engaging illustrations all designed to engage younger readers. Each double page covers one topic. The first is generally about light, then over the page, we find a double page on how light works, then light and colour, followed by what is light, and the sun, seeing light, powerful light, light and the universe and ends up with amazing light. Each chapter delves into the science of light, explaining in layman’s terms the necessary information., without watering it down or being condescending.

Great fun to read and test your knowledge, this book will find eager hands to look things up and test each other, find funny little facts to bedazzle friends with and generally have a good laugh. Quicklinks are also available for those who want to know more.

English non fiction writer, Sarah Hull has also written books about art, germs and your body.

Themes: Light, Sun, Humour, Lift the flap.

Fran Knight