Fictional Stories in Science
Using Fictional Stories as a Pathway to Science Content
Month: August 2018
Scientific Names, Pet Names, Your Name…Books that Spark this Discussion
Cute K-2 story, but what I liked best was the additional information after the story, where a scientist explains how adorabilis got its name. After reading this, I would re-read the story and discuss the names of the other ocean animals, taking a closer… Continue Reading “Scientific Names, Pet Names, Your Name…Books that Spark this Discussion”
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Zoey and Sassafras: Science Process in an Early Chapter Book = Love!
Overview of the Series: Written by a former science teacher 🙂 the Zoey and Sassafras series takes you through the scientific process with your very capable guide, Zoey and her sidekick Sassafras. Zoey is a fan of nature, wonder, questions, and has a strong… Continue Reading “Zoey and Sassafras: Science Process in an Early Chapter Book = Love!”
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Learning About Shapes? Then you will want to read this (K-3+) book…
So clever! I loved all the shape based mathematical language being use to tell this tale of friendship drama and reunion! For example: “Circle admired Square for all his good points”. Ha! Ha! Love it! 🙂 Originally I bought this book for my kindergarten… Continue Reading “Learning About Shapes? Then you will want to read this (K-3+) book…”
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Learning About the Colors? Then You Will Want to Read…
If you are learning the colors, then you will want to read this book! I loved the clever way that the colors were introduced, with words, curiosity, and with a tactile component. This book put a smile on my face–the prediction that will take… Continue Reading “Learning About the Colors? Then You Will Want to Read…”
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Libby and Wimbley: An Early Reader Science Series
Libby Wimbley: Birdhouse Builder by Amy Cobb, Illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis Libby loves to explore, observe, and is a problem solver. When she and her best friend, Becca, find out that there is a snow day–they are off for an adventure. Following a series… Continue Reading “Libby and Wimbley: An Early Reader Science Series”
