Review of Did you know

[Onyinyechi Orji]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Did you know" by Ashok Bhaskaran.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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One thing that has impacted my life significantly is the type of books I read as a child. I also wanted to be a great man after reading or hearing about the heroics of our forefathers who laid the foundation of science. Science has gone a long way in impacting man's lives. Did you know by Ashok Bhaskaran is a children's book with a lot to learn from.

There was a life before the advancement of technology. Have you ever wondered how people talked to their loved ones before the creation of the telephone? How did people live without electricity? Sometimes I reflect on how hard life would have been without technology. Those who brought this advancement to us should be praised. Even though it wasn't as easy as it looks now, their persistent nature gave us the life we have today. Some people were even ridiculed, but they only took this as inspiration, and today we have a life where we can communicate with people or do whatever we like without going through much stress.

I love how the author wrote the story from a child's point of view. Jason, the narrator of the story, was only nine years old. From my experience, I can tell you that reading books like this as a child makes you productive as an adult. You don't only learn about technology from this book; the book also teaches its readers the power of not giving up. The book was brief, but it contained information that would place any child ahead of their peers.

There was nothing there for me to dislike in this book. I flowed easily while reading it. My cousin enjoyed the book the same way I did. Though I knew about all these, reading now has challenged me to try and do something that will benefit the world. I just hope that humans stop using this amazing invention as an excuse to pollute the environment. The book had a simple vocabulary. It is the perfect example of a good children's book.

I don't think I'd rate it less than 4 out of 4 stars. The book is a perfect read for children and anyone who enjoys children's books. It was void of errors, showing it was exceptionally well-edited.

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[Christabel Egbeama]

Yes, definitely. I do think about life without technology and somehow I find my thoughts drifting. How did these people cope without technology? What were their source of entertainment. Indeed, the creators of technology should be given some accolades.

[Oluwapelumi Rachael]

It's a good idea to introduce the idea of technology to kids. Even as an adult, I totally enjoyed this book and learnt new things.

[Adaeze Joan]

This book seems like it contains a whole lot of information that children would find interesting and educative. Its good that the author wrote from a child's point of view, it would help children understand the book well.

[Timothee22]

Children are curious beings, hence, their quest for knowledge and experience. This is a book that help with that and I might consider it for my kids too. Thanks for the review.

[John Dalton 1]

Books like this are very beneficial to the lives of children. I love how you narrated in fine details everything about the book. Thanks for the review.