Monthly Archives: May 2010

Teaching Physical Science Through Children’s Literature: Amazing Magnetism

Amazing Magnetism by Rebecca Carmi is another wonderful addition to the Magic School Bus series.  This is one of in the collection of chapter books, but even though it is longer than the typical Magic School Bus book, it does … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Egypt Through Literature: You Wouldn’t Want to be a Pyramid Builder

You Wouldn't Want to be a Pyramid Builder by Jacqueline Morley with illustrations by David Antram is a one-of-a-kind book in the series You Wouldn't Want To Be.  This book takes children into the world of Ancient Egypt by putting … Continue reading

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Teaching Process Skills Through Children’s Literature: What’s That Sound?

What's that Sound by Mary Lawrence with illustrations by Lynn Adams combines science with literature to engage children's problem solving and reasoning skills.  Tim and his older sister, Amy, are on vacation in a spooky, old house that Tim believes … Continue reading

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Teaching Economics Through Children’s Literature: Pennies for Elephants

  Pennies for Elephants written and illustrated by Lita Judge is a wonderful tale based on a true story of how the children of Boston came together to save three very special circus elephants.  A brother and sister duo unite … Continue reading

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Teaching Earth Science Through Children’s Literature: The Cloud Book

The Cloud Book written and illustrated by Tomie dePaola introduces children to the ten most common types of clouds, what weather will likely occur based on the formation of the clouds, and myths inspired by different cloud shapes.  This book … Continue reading

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Teaching Life Science with Children’s Literature: Look Out for the Big Bad Fish

Watch Out for the Big Bad Fish! by Sheridan Cain and illustrated by Tanya Linch is a fun story about a young tadpole who wants to jump so badly.  As he grows he meets many different animals who are able … Continue reading

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