Children's Science Book Database

How Big Were Dinosaurs?

Yes.
  • Author: Lita Judge
  • Illustrator: Lita Judge
  • Year Published: 2013
  • ISBN: 9780545765855

Science Topics

  • Life Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

  • Prekindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

  • 3rd Grade

Summary

A nonfiction book that can help students learn more about a variety of dinosaurs and their sizes.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes.

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

Yes.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Yes.

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

Yes - lots of vocabulary.

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

Yes - nonfiction.

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

Yes.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes.

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

No, the book does not have a multicultural component.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes.

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

Yes.

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

Yes.

Science Topic

  • Earth Science
  • Life Science
  • Physical Science
  • Space Science

Minimum Grade Level

  • Prekindergarten
  • Kindergarten
  • 1st Grade
  • 2nd Grade
  • 3rd Grade
  • 4th Grade
  • 5th Grade
  • 6th Grade

Maximum Grade Level

  • Kindergarten
  • 1st Grade
  • 2nd Grade
  • 3rd Grade
  • 4th Grade
  • 5th Grade
  • 6th Grade
  • 7th Grade
  • 8th Grade

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