Computer Science for the Real World

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book teaches readers how to evaluate credibility and accuracy of information they find online 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 to evaluate credibility and accuracy in everyday life. In this book, a narrator finds facts about animal adaptations and has to evaluate the sources for credibility and accuracy. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book Crazy Animal Adaptations (ISBN: 9781538368909). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.