The Highlights Book of How

Curious kids will love learning how things work with this award-winning book! With 352 pages of answers to science questions and tons of hands-on activities, the Book of How will elevate any child's collection of kids’ science books.

A perfect companion to Highlights’ best-selling Book of Things to Do, this can’t-miss how things work book for kids will have readers eager to explore the world around them. The Highlights Book of How features some of the most inquisitive science questions from kids, alongside expert answers. This engaging blend of STEM content, experiments and activities features:

• Answers to science questions: How was the moon formed? How does hair grow? How exactly does popcorn pop? How did the ocean get so salty?
• Chapters on numerous branches of science: Everyday Technology, Human Beings, Amazing Animals, Wild Weather and more.
• Fun, hands-on experiments: Kids can try creating clouds in jars, building model dinosaurs out of marshmallows, making their own shampoo and tons more screen-free activities and science experiments for kids.

Not only does this new playtime staple provide hours of screen-free fun; it also promotes a love for STEM learning through information, exercises and activities that don’t feel like homework. By applying methods of critical thinking, engineering and more, kids can thrive as they continue to question the world around them and excitedly explore how stuff works.

The Highlights Book of How is the winner of the:

• 2022 National Parenting Product Award
• Mom’s Choice Award, Gold
• National Parenting Center Seal of Approval

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs