Great Migrations

The development of processes are fostered through this book, readers can observe and classify the different animals described in this book.

• Author: Elizabeth Carney
• Illustrator: Unknown
• Year Published: 2010
• ISBN: 978-1-4263-0701-0

Science Topics

• Life Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• 3rd Grade

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 7th Grade

Summary

This book discusses how different animals embark on their journey during their migrations. Whales, wildbeests, butterflies, elephants, and other animals are described in this fact-filled text with photographs of the animals.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

The development of processes are fostered through this book, readers can observe and classify the different animals described in this book.

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

This book allows readers to ask questions and find answers to many questions within the book itself. It provides many facts about each of the different animals and species discussed.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

The book does not ask readers questions, however the information provided gives the reader a nice general understanding of the different animals.

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

The topic is addressed appropriately by giving facts and explanations about each animal presented.

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

The science in this book is accurate based on research and facts.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

This book is solely nonfiction and there isn’t a fiction component in this.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

The photographs on each page are real taken by a photographer. There are also visuals and maps on the pages that provide an even clearer understanding.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

I would suggest that this book be presented to upper elementary grades. There are some rich vocabulary words that readers can learn based on the context clues.

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

This book presents the different animals around the world which gives a nice multicultural context. This book is free of stereotyping.

Is the book free from gender bias?

This book is free from gender stereotyping because no gender of human is presented within the book.

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

The facts presented in the text can be applied to mathematics because students will have to acquire a fundamental understanding of numbers and distances.

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

This book does not showcase any negative attitudes towards science and gives a nice snippet of each animal and their way of living.