Treecology

The book start by asking what a tree is and then gets more detailed throughout the book.

• Author: Monica Russo
• Illustrator: Kevin Byron
• Year Published: 2016
• ISBN: 978-1-61373-396-7

Science Topics

• Earth Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• 4th Grade

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 8th Grade

Summary

Treecology provides a thorough overview of trees and their ecology in everyday language. Suggested activities and wonderful photos make it easy for kids to participate.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

The book start by asking what a tree is and then gets more detailed throughout the book.

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

The book incorporates places to try, draw, listen, look, and others.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes, there are instances where it asks students to imagine or predict what this environment would be like.

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

Yes, the book is a good resource of teachers to use as a resource to teach or if students want to discover on their own.

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

The book asks for the students to listen for certain sounds when they go outside or in different places.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book includes illustrations that are drawn and photos.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes, they are easy to identify what the author is trying to instruct.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

I would have to modify the book to meet the needs of my students because some of the text may be too challenging for them to read.

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

The book includes different climates.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes.

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

The book involves history, by involving map creating. It also involves literature by having the students write and art because the students have the opportunity to draw.

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

The book does not involve much technology, but it would be easy to add to the book. I really enjoyed the book and I find it to be a great resource.