Akeem's Airplane: Breaking Down the Problem

by Ava Beasley

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of problem decomposition 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 problem decomposition is used in everyday life. Readers will follow Akeem as he learns how to make a paper airplane one step at a time. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title We Study Wind (ISBN: 9781538352281). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538352044
• ISBN13: 9781538352045
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: Rosen Classroom
• Length: 16 Pages
• Age Range: 7 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 3