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Money & Saving - Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea: How a Science Project Helps One Family and the Planet (CitizenKid)

Description

Book Synopsis: It's monsoon season in Bangladesh, which means Iqbal's mother must cook the family's meals indoors, over an open fire. The smoke from the fire makes breathing difficult for his mother and baby sister, and it's even making them sick. Hearing them coughing at night worries Iqbal. So when he learns that his school's upcoming science fair has the theme of sustainability, Iqbal comes up with the perfect idea for his entry: he'll design a stove that doesn't produce smoke! With help from his teacher, Iqbal learns all about solar energy cooking, which uses heat from the sun to cook --- ingenious! Has Iqbal found a way to win first prize in the science fair while providing cleaner air and better health for his family at the same time?Award-winning author Elizabeth Suneby's thoroughly researched and inspiring story introduces young children to the problems associated with open-flame cooking in the developing world, as well as background information on sustainable technology. Part of the CitizenKid collection, this book uses the common experience of a science fair project to help children recognize that they, too, can help make the world a better place through innovative thinking and creative problem solving. The artwork by Rebecca Green, filled with details of everyday life in a Bangladesh village, beautifully evokes a sense of place and culture. Iqbal offers a perfect example for the character education subject of initiative. End matter includes information about clean cookstoves, a DIY solar cooker activity and a glossary.

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Looking for a heartwarming and educational book for your child? Look no further! "Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea: How a Science Project Helps One Family and the Planet" is a captivating story that will not only entertain young readers but also teach them about sustainability and creative problem solving. This CitizenKid book, written by award-winning author Elizabeth Suneby, explores the challenges faced by families in developing countries who rely on open-flame cooking. Through the story of Iqbal and his science fair project, children will learn about the impact of clean cookstoves on people's health and the environment.

What sets this book apart is its ability to make complex issues accessible and relatable to young readers. The colorful artwork by Rebecca Green transports children to a Bangladesh village, immersing them in the everyday life and culture. As children follow Iqbal's journey to design a smoke-free stove using solar energy, they will be inspired to think creatively and solve problems in their own lives.

By incorporating a DIY solar cooker activity and a glossary, "Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea" goes beyond storytelling and engages children in hands-on learning. As parents and educators, we have the power to instill in children a sense of initiative and a desire to make a difference. This book empowers them to recognize that with innovative thinking, they too can contribute to building a better, sustainable future.

Join Iqbal on his remarkable journey of discovery and make a positive impact on your child's life with this captivating book. Get "Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea: How a Science Project Helps One Family and the Planet" today and inspire your child's imagination while teaching valuable lessons about sustainability. Click here to order now!

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