Mama and Little Joe

Yes

• Author: Angela Mcallister
• Illustrator: Terry Milne
• Year Published: 2005
• ISBN: 978-1-4169-1631-4

Science Topics

• Life Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• 2nd Grade

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 3rd Grade

Summary

Talk about how Mama And Little Joe filled with the warm and compassion that come the heart.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes

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

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

Yes

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 yesI

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

It is multicultural Yes

Is the book free from gender bias?

It is free

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

Yes

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

Yes