Books like Just a Minute! by Teddy Slater
Just a Minute! follows a young boy who, intrigued by the passage of time, sets out to understand how long a minute really is. Through simple experiments and hands‑on activities, he learns why precise measurement matters in everyday life. The book offers a gentle, educational adventure that encourages curiosity about clocks, schedules, and the rhythms that structure our days.
First publish date: October 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Teddy Slater
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