That Bull Is Seeing Red!
Science's Biggest Mistakes about Animals and Plants
by Christine Zuchora-Walske
Lerner Publications ™ 2017
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- critical thinking
- scientific method
- myths and misconceptions
- evidence and inquiry
- animal behavior
- plant biology
- history of science
- changing ideas in science
About this book
Bulls don’t actually rage at the color red, and that’s just one of the many myths this lively nonfiction book busts. Through clear explanations, photos, and engaging sidebars, readers see how scientists once believed some pretty wild ideas about animals and plants—and how new evidence corrected them. It’s a fun, fast read that encourages critical thinking and shows how science changes as we learn more. Great for curious kids who like surprising facts and want to learn how to tell myth from truth.
Setting: various natural habitats and laboratories across history and today
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is That Bull Is Seeing Red! right for my child?
Yes — That Bull Is Seeing Red! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.7, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include critical thinking, scientific method, myths and misconceptions.
How long does it take to read That Bull Is Seeing Red!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, That Bull Is Seeing Red! takes around 13m to finish. The book has 1,900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does That Bull Is Seeing Red! have an AR quiz?
Yes — That Bull Is Seeing Red! has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is That Bull Is Seeing Red!?
That Bull Is Seeing Red! has an AR reading level of 4.7, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.