The Earth: One-Of-A-Kind Planet (Picture Book Science)

by Laura Perdew (Author) Hui Li (Illustrator)

The Earth: One-Of-A-Kind Planet (Picture Book Science)
Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade

A nonfiction picture book for ages 5 to 8 that explores the place we all call home―planet Earth! Learn how Earth was made, why there’s life here, and how climate change is affecting everything.

Earth is our home, but do we really know about this planet?

Quite a lot! We know how the Earth came to be the planet we live on, how oxygen made it possible for life to develop, and how the climate is changing in ways that affect everyone and everything. In The Earth: One-of-a-Kind Planet, the narrator, who just happens to be the Universe, explains where Earth is located in the solar system, how life evolved on Earth, and more. Universe uses a friendly, relatable tone to engage young readers and explain complex science content in ways kids can understand and relate to. And the alien commentators are hilarious for both kids and adults!

Vivid illustrations, text-to-self connections, and a hands-on science activity all provide foundational learning opportunities to explore planet Earth. A poem at the beginning encourages language arts connections. Perfect as a read aloud or for beginner readers, with a glossary to support language development.

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ALA/Booklist

The cartoon-like illustrations align closely with the text, illuminating abstract concepts, and the kid-friendly text will attract beginning readers.

Kirkus

With its companions, breezy flyovers with light but sound informational payloads.

School Library Journal

K-Gr 2-A narrative nonfiction set with visual appeal. The Universe, personified with a face and long, star-filled dark hair, narrates the titles, introducing early astronomy and Earth science concepts to earthlings. Two unnamed alien creatures provide additional commentary and comic relief. The cheerful illustrations, with a soft chalk-like texture, feature many anthropomorphic stars and planets that will appeal to fans of Stacy McAnulty's similar series. Except for The Moon, each book closes with an environmentalist message about pollution, light pollution, or solar energy. An activity and glossary are included. VERDICT A good option for educators looking to incorporate narrative nonfiction into natural science and astronomy lessons. © Copyright 2021. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Review quotes

Praise for other books in the Picture Book Science series Forces: Physical Science for Kids, by Andi Diehn Booklist Starred Review March 15, 2018
Forces, despite its down-to-earth scientific grounding, manages to do the nearly impossible. Diehn brings gravity, magnetism, push-pull forces, and friction to life in everyday contexts, without a hint of schoolroom jargon. Children, parents, and teachers alike can enjoy learning the charming, often funny, relatable, and accessible science within this Picture Book Science series (4 titles) offering.
Laura Perdew

Laura Perdew is a veteran nonfiction author, writing books for the education market on subjects ranging from toilets to pirates to politicians. This is her debut picture book. In addition to her work as an author, she is currently a writing consultant at the University of Colorado Boulder. Raised in Virginia, she now calls Colorado home.

Adelina Lirius was born in Kosovo and currently resides in Stockholm, Sweden where she works as a freelance illustrator. She earned a degree in art teaching from Uppsala University and studied illustration at Berghs School of Communication. This is her debut picture book.

Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9781619309845
Lexile Measure
540
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Nomad Press (VT)
Publication date
March 15, 2021
Series
Picture Book Science
BISAC categories
JNF051040 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | Astronomy
JNF051170 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | Discoveries
Library of Congress categories
Picture books
Earth (Planet)

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