Time for School: How ­Humans Learn

Gr 4-7–Readers embark on an engaging journey through the diverse landscapes of education. Payne asks what, where, when, and how we learn. Readers will discover how geography, economy, culture, and technology influence schools. Illustrations are vibrant and designed to complement the book’s journey through time and across cultures. Each page features richly colored scenes that depict learning environments from Ancient Rome to 19th-century one-room schoolhouses, ­Indigenous outdoor classrooms, and futuristic AI-powered schools. Earthy tones of brown, brick reds, and greens provide a warm atmosphere. Futuristic scenes use neon accents to suggest innovation and technology. The ­illustrations showcase diverse students and teachers, reflecting a range of cultures, skin tones, and educational experiences around the world. Each image tells its own story, with visual details like chalkboards, scrolls, tablets, and landscapes adding authenticity. Readers will be drawn to the color and variety, while educators and librarians will appreciate how the art reinforces the book’s central theme.