Welcome to the Ice House

Yes, the book fosters the development of processes. Students will be able to connect how animals are affected by the seasons.

Author: Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Laura Regan
Year Published: 1998
ISBN: 978-0399230110

Science Topics

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

3rd Grade

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

5th Grade

Summary

Welcome to the Arctic and follow the various majestic animals that live there. Suddenly, summer and spring return.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes, the book fosters the development of processes. Students will be able to connect how animals are affected by the seasons.

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

Yes, the book provides many opportunities for children to ask and answer their own questions. The illustrations are vivid and realistic, this will hopefully inspire children to wonder why and how animals and nature are the way they are.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes, the book encourages children to think for themselves. The book features many different kinds of animals and how they live in the Arctic. Hopefully they will be inspired by how animals and nature are connected.

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

The science topic is addressed in ways that are appropriate to the lesson. It features scientific terms and is very descriptive when describing the animals and seasons.

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

The content in the story is based on sound and accurate scientific principles. It features accurate text and illustrations describing characteristics of both the animals and seasons.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book distinguishes between fact and fiction. The students should be able to infer that the story's language help paints a picture of the animals of the Arctic and of the seasons.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

The illustrations are clear, accurate and are realistic of both the nature and animal elements.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

This book contains language that is poetic and may be advanced for some students.

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

The book does not have a multicultural component and is free from stereotyping.

Is the book free from gender bias?

The book is free from gender bias.

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

The book places a strong emphasis on animal science, particularly those that live in the Arctic and tundra habitats, and the seasons of winter, spring and summer.

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

The book presents a positive attitude toward science and a focus on nature. There is no technological element featured in the story.