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Our Family Tree: An Evolution Story
CCBC Review:
"All of us are part of an old, old family. The roots of our family tree reach way back to the beginning of life on earth." Lisa Westberg Peters's poetic narrative about evolution begins with a description of "tiny round cells in the deep, dark sea" and follows the course of human evolution. An effective pattern of contrast and compare highlights differences and similarities of each stage in the evolutionary process to the way humans are today: "On the outside, we still had scales…On the inside, we had lungs to breathe oxygen, like we do now." The poetic text is grounded in science, with more detailed scientific information provided in a two-page section that follows the main narrative. A timeline is also included. Lauren Stringer's deep-hued palette gives a lush feel to the artwork for this singular volume. ©2003 Cooperative Children’s Book CenterIllustrated by Lauren Stringer
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 5-10
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Format:
Picture book
Subjects:
Animals (Informational)
Change
History (Nonfiction)
Nature/Environment
Publisher:
Harcourt
Publish Year: 2003
Pages: 48
ISBN: 0152017720
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 576 Peters