Down on Casey’s Farm

No

Author: Sandra Jordan
Illustrator: Sandra Jordan
Year Published: 1996
ISBN: 0-531-09503

Science Topics

Life Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

Prekindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

1st Grade

Summary

Animal fiction

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

No

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

Yes

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes

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

Yes. NIf you are teaching animal sound

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

No

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

No

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes

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

Nono

Is the book free from gender bias?

No is only for boys

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

No

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

N/A