From Seed To Plant

Yes, the book fostered development of processes. However it talks about the pollination and seed travel first before it goes into the plant cycle.

• Author: Gail Gibbons
• Year Published: 1991
• ISBN: 0-8234-0872-8

Science Topics

• Earth Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• Prekindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 2nd Grade

Summary

This book is about the plant cycle and how plants reproduce. The book goes into first about how plants reproduce. Then it discusses pollination and how seeds travel. Finally it talks about the life cycle of a plant from seed to plant. In the back of the book there is a simple project that you can do and various facts about plants. The illustrations throughout the book are very well done and very clear in what they represent. They are also colorful and very detailed.

Evaluation

• Appropriateness: High
• Accuracy: High
• Liteary Artistry: High
• Appearance: High

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes, the book fostered development of processes. However it talks about the pollination and seed travel first before it goes into the plant cycle.

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

Yes it does. Through the book there are places you can pause and reflect, make predictions, and ask questions about what is going to happen next before you turn the page.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes it does. The book does make children think for themselves. It makes them wonder if other plants go through the same cycles and where else plant seeds can go when they travel.

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

Yes it is. The book is very simple and explains it in an elegant way.

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

Yes the content is all facts and no opinions. The book only talks about the life cycles and gives accurate drawings of plants and their life cycles As well as parts of a plant.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

This book relies only on facts.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes, the illustrations are good models for children to not only see but to also copy as well.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes it is. The vocabulary is simple and it does not use any big words.

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

Yes it is.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes it is.

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

No it does not. It sticks to it's own topic about plants and does not have any other elements of other sciences or subjects.

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

Yes it does. It provides the information in an interesting and engaging way that makes the reader want to know more about other plants and flowers and their life cycles.