Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Time - Author Katie Daynes

What is time? When did it begin? And why does it sometimes feel so fast—or so slow?

Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers About Time is a fun and informative book that helps children explore the many mysteries of time. With over 60 flaps to lift, readers will discover how clocks work, what time zones are, how calendars came to be, and even how sundials tell time using sunlight.

Published in collaboration with the Royal Observatory Greenwich, this book explains everything from seconds and hours to months, seasons, and even time travel ideas! Perfect for curious minds who love to ask "Why?"

Recommended age: 5–9 years
Perfect for: classroom libraries, home learning, science corners, and curious children who love asking big questions.

Why we—and schools—love it:

• Encourages critical thinking: Breaks down abstract concepts in a way kids can grasp and enjoy.
• Interactive and hands-on: The lift-the-flap format keeps children engaged and actively learning.
• Ties into key learning goals: Supports understanding of time, calendars, geography, and scientific thinking in early education.