Children's Science Book Database

Wiggling Worms at Work

yes, the book shows detailed illustrations that depict process of how plants grow starting from worms.
  • Author: Wendy Pferrer
  • Illustrator: Steve Jenkins
  • Year Published: 2003
  • ISBN: 0064451992

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Summary

This shows the process of how worms are helping plants grow through what they eat in order to produce soil.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

yes, the book shows detailed illustrations that depict process of how plants grow starting from worms.

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

yes, children can ask questions in order to learn more about the structure of worms and the environment more for example in order to illicit their thinking.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

yes, it allows students to ask their own questions.

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

yes, it addresses a concept in life science.

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

yes, students are able to make observations from the pictures and make inferences from what they read in the text.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

yes, the book mostly depicts fact.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

yes, it gives a detailed illustration of the processes of plant growth from the worms.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

yes

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

the book does not depict any form of stereotyping because it only describes the process of worms.

Is the book free from gender bias?

yes

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

yes, students can engage in  hands on activities to actually observe what worms eat and plants are grown. They can be exposed to a real life activity using worms.

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

yes, students can use a constructivist way of thinking and a hands on approach in order to learn from their own experiences.