Book Review

Adrian Estrada

Class period: 4th

Date: 3/22/11

Overview:

Written by Robin Kerrod. Published in the United States by DK publishing Co.

375 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014

It is a Non-fictional book

The book’s theme is to teach people about the universe and hove it was made,
how it could end, and about the different parts of the history of the universe.
You will also learn about the different galaxies and the wonders of the
Universe.
Purpose: To tell about the universe and some of its components

The author’s purpose is to inform about the Universe and how it was made.
The author’s purpose is also to tell information about the planets and other
things in our solar system.

Background information

Robin Kerrod writes for young people upon all aspects of science and
technology, and on astronomy for a more wider audience. Also a former winner
of the COPUS (Committee on the Public Understanding of Science) Junior Book
Prize. He was a major contributor to the DK Science Encyclopedia.

Dk Publishing Company has a wide variety of books for many different

audiences of age groups. They also published all of the Eyewitness books that
are very informational to a variety of topics and subjects
Evaluation

Describe the book: Is it interesting because it tells about the universe

Respond to the author's opinions: I do not agree or disagree with the author
says

Explore issues the book raises: What possibilities does the book suggest?
Explain. What matters does the book leave out? Explain.

Relate your argument to other books or authors: Support your argument for
or against the author's opinions by bringing in other authors you agree with.

Relate the book to larger issues:

How did the book affect you? How have your opinions about the topic changed?
How is the book related to your own course or personal agenda?

This book is useful for gathering information about our solar system and for
learning about the universe.

Summary

Close with a direct comment on the book, and tie together issues raised in the
review. Briefly restate your main points and your thesis statement if your
teacher requires it. If you like, you can offer advice for potential readers. You
may wish to give an overall rating (thumbs up, stars, 1 to 5).