Activity Page #4: Comparing Joanna Cole's Books

Joanna Cole has written many books, not just the Magic School Bus series. Her other books include an autobiography, books for teens about change, and books for younger children. The Magic School Bus books are about a teacher named Ms. Frizzle, and her students. Her other books are about a variety of characters from clowns to babies.

To do this activity look at and read:

The Magic School Bus: Inside the Human Body

I'm a Big Brother

& On The Bus With Joanna Cole

As you read the books think about who the characters are, where the setting is, and what age group the book would be good for?

Match the statement with the correct book-

*This book is an autobiography about Joanna Cole's life.

*This book is about being a big brother.

*This book is about science.

*This book is set inside the human body.

*This books main character is Joanna Cole.

*This book would be good for young children.

*The main characters in this book are students.

*This book teaches you new science words.