The Little Raindrop

Yes. It gives students an idea of the water cycle. It shows how water travels around the world in different forms. Gives examples of how animals interact with water. Introduces different bodies of water.

• Author: Joanna Grey
• Illustrator: Dubravka Kolanovic
• Year Published: 2014
• ISBN: 1628738219

Science Topics

• Earth Science

Minimum Suggested Grade Level

• Prekindergarten

Maximum Suggested Grade Level

• 3rd Grade

Summary

The story talks about the journey of a raindrop. The raindrop travels through the water cycle, changing into all different shapes and forms. The rain drop goes through a variety of animals and bodies of water. He eventually ends up at the ocean shore, where he is evaporated again to begin the cycle once more.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes. It gives students an idea of the water cycle. It shows how water travels around the world in different forms. Gives examples of how animals interact with water. Introduces different bodies of water.

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

Yes. Students can predict what will happen to the raindrop next. Students can think about why processes such as evaporation and condensation occur.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

The book allows students to think about the water cycle. It give them a visual representation of all the ways water can change. They can think about how the water we drink can become rain, snow, sweat, or anything else.

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

Yes. The book is a good way to review the water cycle or introduce it. It shows all of the processes that water can go through as well as examples of bodies of water. It's a great way for students to visually see the same water being reused in the cycle.

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

Yes. Shows how the water cycle restarts. Shows how water travels. Shows different forms of water

Does the book distinguish between fact and fiction?

Yes. The raindrop has a face so it is easy for students to determine that it's fiction.

Are the illustrations clear and accurate?

Yes. The raindrop is shown in every picture in a different form. The students have fun looking for the raindrop within the illustrations. The pictures show the raindrop in all different forms, bodies or water, and different ecosystems.

Is the book written at the level of your students?

Yes. The book is easy to understand and the children enjoy the pictures. I have even seen 5th grade students enjoy this read aloud.

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

No. There are no human characters in the story.

Is the book free from gender bias?

Yes. The raindrop is a male, but there is no bias.

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

It can relate to geography because of the bodies of water and the different ecosystems and climates shown. Mapping a water cycle in different climates would be an interesting activity.

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

Yes. Cute story about a raindrop's journey through the water cycle. The raindrop appears in every picture in a different form, so the students have fun looking for it in the illustrations.