Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Planet Earth

The book does foster development of processes because there are 3 pages filled with hands-on activities and projects for the students to do.

• Author: Deborah Chancellor
• Year Published: 2006
• ISBN: 0-7534-5934-5

Science Topics

• Earth Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• Kindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 5th Grade

Summary

This book goes into detail about the different parts of Earth. It has a large range of concepts from cycles, weather, rocks, and much more.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

The book does foster development of processes because there are 3 pages filled with hands-on activities and projects for the students to do.

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

There are opportunities for students ask and answer their own questions. There are sub texts on each page that go into more detail from the main paragraph.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

The book does encourage children to think for themselves because there is so much information, and students can make connections between the pages.

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

Yes, there is a lot of background information that would be beneficial for students to read about before a lesson.

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

Yes, it is all about the different aspects of planet earth, there are 40 pages with new information on each page, all of which is accurate.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book describes all of the information as a fact.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes the illustrations and pictures are also very accurate, and depict the topic very well.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes, my students would be able to read this book based on their reading levels.

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

The book is multicultural because it shows a diverse group of people throughout the pages.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes, this book is free from gender bias, they show both boys and girls in the pictures.

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

Yes, the book addresses other disciplines and ways to integrate them with science topics.

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

Yes, the book presents a positive attitude towards science and technology.