Children's Science Book Database

A Tree is Something Wonderful

Yes, the book discusses how trees are grown and where they are found. There are also questions woven throughout the text to allow children to practice predictions.A Tree is Something Wonderful
  • Author: Elizabeth K Cooper nd Padraic Cooper
  • Illustrator: Photographer: Padraic Cooper
  • Year Published: 1972
  • ISBN: 0-87464-188-8

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Summary

This book covers a wide variety of topics: how trees grow, where they are found, how fires affect trees, seeds and fruits, and even how to grow your own tree.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes, the book discusses how trees are grown and where they are found. There are also questions woven throughout the text to allow children to practice predictions.

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

Yes, additionally, in the book the author asks questions and goes onto answer them.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes, the book asks questions throughout the text, giving students a chance to think about what may happen.

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

Yes. The book is written all about trees and is factual.

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

Yes.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

The book is completely facts.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes, the pictures are in black in white which may be disruptive, however the pictures are clear and accurate.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes. The sentences are short and easy to understand, though not all vocabulary is defined specifically.

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

The photographs of people include white and African-American children, though most of the photographs are of trees.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes.

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

Yes, there is an accurate poem included in the book about trees.

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

Yes.