Newton and Me

Yes because you are able to see the process of discovery.

• Author: Lynne Mayer
• Illustrator: Sherry Rogers
• Year Published: 2013

Science Topics

• Physical Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• 1st Grade

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 3rd Grade

Summary

Newton is a boy who learns about force and motion from his day to day activities. This book is told in a rhyme and we as the readers follow along these best friends. The best friends learn what describes there expierences.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes because you are able to see the process of discovery.

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

This allows students to see what do they do in their own life that might be applied to the Laws of Motion as well.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

This book encourages students because of the POV and how the best friends answer and solve their questions. It models how it should be done.

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

This book teaches the topic in a simple manner.

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

Yes, it is based off the law of motion and portrays it accurately.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book is fiction, but could be realistic because of how it presents the facts. Depending on the grade level students could pick up on that.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

The illustrations are clear, but are more cartoon and less realistic.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

This book is written at the level of my students.

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

The books main character is a white male and does not have a multicultural element, but is free from sterotyping.

Is the book free from gender bias?

No because it has a male doing science.

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

Yes, because of how it is presented in a rhyme this could also be taught in reading and language arts during poetry.

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

No, it does not.