Children's Science Book Database

Plant a Little Seed

Yes! It explains the process of plant growth very well.
  • Author: Bonnie Christiansen
  • Year Published: 2012
  • ISBN: 978-1-59643-550-6

Science Topics

  • Earth Science

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

  • 2nd Grade

Summary

Two friends plant seeds in their garden. They water, weed, and wait for them to grow. Then they harvest the plants with their families.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes! It explains the process of plant growth very well.

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

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

Yes

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. Yes.

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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