Book description
Unlock the magic of time with this hands‑on learning experience! Time Wizards transforms abstract concepts like hours, days, and years into tangible discoveries — perfect for young learners eager to master the rhythm of daily life.
What’s inside:
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Build‑your‑own tools — assemble a working paper clock and a perpetual calendar to practice time‑telling and date tracking;
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Time concepts explained — clear, kid‑friendly answers to big questions:
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What is a year? — learn why we have 12 months and what each name means;
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How do days add up? — explore weeks, months, and seasons with visual timelines;
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What are 24 hours? — understand day and night cycles through interactive diagrams;
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Museum of Time tour — “visit” ancient sundials, water clocks, grandfather clocks, and digital watches from around the world;
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Skill‑building games —
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Match activities to times (“Breakfast at 8 AM!”);
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Sequence days of the week with moveable tiles;
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Solve time riddles (“What has hands but no fingers?”);
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Fun facts & stories — e.g., “Why is February the shortest month?”, “How did people tell time before clocks?”;
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Daily routine guides — learn to plan your morning, afternoon, and evening to avoid being late.
Interactive features:
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Lift‑the‑flap secrets — discover hidden clock mechanisms or historical timekeeping methods;
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Spinning clock faces — practice setting hands to 5‑minute intervals;
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Pull‑tab seasons — watch nature change from spring to winter;
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Tear‑out calendar templates — personalize your weekly schedule;
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QR codes — link to videos of clock museums, time‑lapse sunrises, or stop‑motion gear animations.
Why families love this book:
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Hands‑on learning — combines reading with building, spinning, and matching;
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Builds essential life skills — teaches time management, planning, and punctuality;
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Supports early math — reinforces counting, number recognition, and fractions (quarter past, half past);
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Encourages independence — helps kids understand routines and take ownership of their day;
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Perfect for shared exploration — parents and kids can discuss global time differences or family schedules.
