Children's Science Book Database

Wind

The book does not foster development of processes.Wind
  • Author: Marion Dane Bauer
  • Illustrator: John Wallace
  • Year Published: 2003
  • ISBN: 0-689-85443-9

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Summary

“Though you can’t see the wind, you can certainly feel it when the wind blows! But where does wind come from? The answer is at your fingertips. Just open this book and read about the wonders of wind..."

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

The book does not foster development of processes.

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

The book does not cover all aspects of wind, so it leaves a lot of room for children to ask their own questions about this topic.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

This book does not encourage students to think for themselves as it just presents facts.

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

The topic addressed is done in a way that is age level appropriate for beginning readers, the target audience.

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

The content is very oversimplified, because it is for young children, but this mean that the information may not be completely accurate.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book is not written as a fiction book so there is no need to distinguish between fact and fiction.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

The illustrations do help depict the information the book is talking about.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

The book is written for early reader, best for grades K-2.

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

There is no multicultural element, but there are no stereotypes present.

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?

There are no other disciplines represented or discussed in this book, just science – specifically wind.

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

The book presents science in a positive attitude; technology is not discussed.