Playing With Light And Shadow

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 17, 2015

Review

This small introductory science text is more than adequate for early readers and budding scientists. Discussed and illustrated are four principles; light and shadows; blocking light, changing shadows and playing with shadows. By selecting language suitable to the early readers and including bright photos this attractive text does teach basic knowledge about light and shadows. A glossary of four terms is included and on-line educational websites are recommended.

The only problem with this text is the very high cost of the hard cover edition. Teachers in K – 1 grade classrooms may be discouraged by the cost although some may be satisfied with the paper bound edition. Public libraries who collect easy reader nonfiction will want to purchase this and other First Step titles.

Overall Book Score: good