The Great Pest Problem: Defining the Problem

McCallum, Rory

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Rosen Publishing Group

Just the Series: Computer Kids: Powered by Computational Thinking

Series and Publisher: Computer Kids: Powered by Computational Thinking

Annotation: A family growing an organic farm discovers that they have an earworm problem in their corn.

Genre: [Realistic fiction]

Reviews: 0

Catalog Number: #156420

Format: Library Binding

Common Core/STEAM: STEAM

Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group

Edition Date: 2018 Release Date: 01/15/18

Pages: 24 pages

ISBN: 1-538-32433-4

ISBN 13: 978-1-538-32433-2

Dewey: E

Dimensions: 23 cm.

Subject Heading:
Pests. Juvenile fiction.
Pests. Control. Juvenile fiction.
Gardening. Juvenile fiction.
Pests. Fiction.
Pests. Control. Fiction.
Gardening. Fiction.

Language: English

Word Count: 1,167

Reading Level: 4.2

Interest Level: 3-6

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 4.2 / points: 0.5 / quiz: 194846 / grade: Middle Grades

Guided Reading Level: Q

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science skill of defining the problem using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how they can define problems in everyday life. Readers will follow the narrator as they try to find out what is eating their family's crops. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book Everglades Invasion! (ISBN: 9781508137627). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

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