Where the Wild Things Are

Yes, it discusses a young boy who goes off into a place full of imagination, I feel that science can definitely be tied into this book and it fosters development processes.

Author: Maurice Sendak
Illustrator: Maurice Sendak
Year Published: 1963

Summary

A little boy and main character of the story, named Max. After his mother sends him to bed without dinner, Max falls asleep and his room immediately transforms into a moonlit forest surrounded by a vast ocean. There is a boat waiting for him, and Max is excited for the chance to travel to a faraway land and escape his mother's strict rules. After sailing for quite some time, Max finally finds himself in a place where the wild things are. The wild things are big and ferocious but ultimately tame creatures. He is greeted by this group of creatures who try to scare him off by roaring, stomping, and showing their teeth and claws, but Max doesn't even flinch. Instead, he stares into their eyes without blinking. The wild things realize that Max is the most wild of all of them, and they make him king of the wild things.

Evaluation

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

Questions

Does the book foster development of processes?

Yes, it discusses a young boy who goes off into a place full of imagination, I feel that science can definitely be tied into this book and it fosters development processes.

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

Children can ask questions but I don't feel they can answer their own questions consdering what the book is describing; fiction.

Does the book encourage children to think for themselves?

Definitely.

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

Some what, you can tie science into this book but it's not a book defining science so it's up to the person reading and leading a lesson.

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

No because it's fiction

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?

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?

Not really.

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