All Around the Seasons

Yes, it shows the characteristics of each seasons.

Author: Barney Saltzberg
Illustrator: Barney Saltzberg
Year Published: 2010
ISBN: 9780763636944

Science Topics

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

Kindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

1st Grade

Summary

From the first flowers of spring through the lazy days of summer, the brisk chill of autumn, and the shivery anticipation of blustery, snowy holidays, ALL AROUND THE SEASONS highlights the wonderful things that make each turn in the year unique. Lively verses and exuberant images show children finding fun in everyday pastimes -- digging a garden or drawing on the sidewalk, dancing through sprinklers or making s'mores, carving pumpkins or building a snowman beside a house full of twinkling lights.

Evaluation

Appropriateness: High
Authority: High
Accuracy: High
Liteary Artistry: High
Appearance: High

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes, it shows the characteristics of each seasons.

Does the book provide an opportunity for children to ask and answer their own questions?

Yes, student can relate themselves in the book and what they do similar or different things compare to the book.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes, students can think for themselves by relating themselves in the story and description of the seasons.

Is the science topic addressed in ways that are appropriate to the lesson?

Yes, it shows the all 4 seasons in the book and describes the unique characteristics of each season.

Is the content based on sound scientific principles? Is it accurate?

Yes, the book provides the description of each season, for example, stepping on fall leaves, swimming in the pool, etc.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

Yes it is mostly facts since it only has description of each season.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes it is clear and accurate and illustrate really well on details of each season.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

It is written for early childhood level, Pre-k through 1st.

Is there a multicultural component? Is it free from stereotyping?

No, it has the typical year of American culture in each seasons, such as including Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes, it does not have any gender point of view or any gender description in the book.

Does the book show the close association between science and other disciplines?

No, it does not associate between science and other disciplines.

Does the book present a positive attitude toward science and technology?

It has positive attitude but does not relate to technology.