Author: Kim Andrews
Publisher: Rockridge Press
ISBN: 9781641523929
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages :
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The Activity Book That Makes Kids Wild About Nature Nature books for kids should get them excited about heading out into the great outdoors. This one encourages them to track, explore, discover and create. Unlike some nature books for kids, the Exploring Nature Activity Book for Kids, is filled with hands-on educational outdoor activities--like crafting bird feeders out of fruit, pressing flowers, creating sundials and so much more. The Exploring Nature Activity Book for Kids includes: 50 AMAZING OUTDOOR PROJECTS--See how nature books for kids can inspire a lifetime of curiosity by using play to encourage natural observation. ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE, EVERYWHERE--Discover fun and educational outdoor activities designed for a variety of seasons, regions, and age ranges. WILD COLORS--Color illustrations bring activities to life, provide further instruction, and get kids excited about going outside. The hands-on, get-dirty approach makes this one of the best nature books for kids and shows them what makes the great outdoors great.
Author: Jamie Ambrose (Author of nature books for children)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781409348191
Category : Nature study
Languages : en
Pages : 192
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Get outdoors and explore nature with a new activity every day of the year Watch shooting stars, build a frog house, or cook using the sun! With RSPB 365 Outdoor Activities You Have To Try! you'll find an incredible 365 outdoor pursuits to keep your little ones occupied all year long. Produced in association with the RSPB, Europe's leading wildlife charity. From easy-to-do garden projects to more ambitious building projects, there's an activity for all interests and abilities. You'll only need readily available materials such as paper, sand, or soil to complete projects. Plus, clear step-by-step instructions and photos show you what to do every step of the way. Wherever you are in the world, use whatever's at your doorstep and get the whole family exploring nature together. Or encourage your child to observe and interact with nature on their own with RSPB 365 Outdoor Activities You Have To Try!
Author: Drew Monkman
Publisher: New Society Publisher
ISBN: 1550925962
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 628
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The average child can identify over one thousand corporate logos, but only ten native plants or animals—a telling indictment of our modern disconnection from nature. Soaring levels of obesity, high rates of ADHD, feelings of stress and social awkwardness, and "Nature Deficit Disorder" are further unintended consequences of a childhood spent primarily indoors. The Big Book of Nature Activities is a comprehensive guide for parents and educators to help youth of all ages explore, appreciate and connect with the natural world. This rich, fully illustrated compendium features: Nature-based skills and activities such as species identification, photography, journaling, and the judicious use of digital technology Ideas, games, and activities grounded in what's happening in nature each season Core concepts that promote environmental literacy, such as climate change and the mechanisms and wonder of evolution, explained using a child-friendly, engaging approach Lists of key species and happenings to observe throughout the year across most of North America Perfect for families, educators, and youth leaders , The Big Book of Nature Activities is packed with crafts, stories, information and inspiration to make outdoor learning fun. Jacob Rodenburg is the Executive Director of the Camp Kawartha summer camp and outdoor education centre. As well as publishing numerous articles on children, nature and the environment, he has worked in the field of outdoor education for twenty-five years. Drew Monkman is an award-winning environmental advocate, naturalist, and retired teacher. In addition to his weekly nature column, Drew is the author of two season-based nature guides, including Nature's Year.
Author: Kristine Rivers
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1648763677
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 206
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Explore the world of birds with hands-on activities for kids ages 8 to 12 Get kids excited about all the beautiful birds that live around them! This bird book for kids is full of fun and games to help young explorers discover the amazing diversity of birds and how important they are to our ecosystem. Inside, they'll discover a wide range of fun things to try, like sketching birds, creating a map of different bird sounds, using binoculars, and more! Go beyond other nature books for kids: Birding basics—This book features simple guidance for going birding, from packing the right tools to observing and recording what they see. Anytime, anywhere—Find tips for successful birdwatching anywhere, whether it's a rural area or a big city. Spark their sense of discovery—Show kids how to respectfully engage with birds in their own habitat and how much birds can teach us. Give curious kids the tools to set off on their own birding adventures with this ultimate bird book for kids.
Author: Emily Bone
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781474952835
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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This activity book is a brilliantly detailed, fun and interactive way to learn about different habitats, animals and plants. Take quizzes about woodland creatures, colour beautiful butterflies and beetles, spot sea creatures washed up on a seashore, do a maze to help beaver pups find their way back home, identify garden bugs, and lots, lots more. Illustrations: Full colour throughout
Author: Lynn Frierson Faust
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
ISBN: 0820348724
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 378
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This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, “The Lightning Bug Lady,” has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures. Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification. Clear photos illustrate the insects’ distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem. FEATURES Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paper • Extensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names—Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more—for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach
Author: Marilyn Smith
Publisher: BBG Guides for a Greener Plane
ISBN: 9781889538891
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Encourages young readers to explore nature and offers information on plants, animals, and careers in nature work.
Author: Kim Andrews
Publisher: Rockridge Press
ISBN: 9781641523639
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
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Just for kids: A guided nature journal to see, write, and sketch every discovery. Wild creatures, cloud formations, plant habitats, and more--nature is full of wonders to behold and explore! In this nature journal, young naturalists will get all of the guidance they need to study and record their experiences of the natural world. From developing observational skills to sketching and using all senses, Exploring Nature Journal for Kids encourages curious minds to think creatively and scientifically about the world around them. Complete with activity prompts and journaling ideas, this book is a must-have to make every outdoor adventure an opportunity for discovery. The Exploring Nature Journal for Kids includes: Nature Journal 101--Teach kids how to hone their powers of observation with essential guidance for taking field notes, using descriptive language, drawing, and reflecting on what they've seen! Handy Guidance--Get inspiration for outings, journaling ideas to spark writing, along with clues for what to look for and where. Space to Explore--Jot down thoughts, sketch, and engage your little naturalist's creativity. There is a world of discovery waiting outside--and this nature journal is the kids guide to experiencing it.
Author: Catherine Ard
Publisher: Little Gestalten
ISBN: 9783899558432
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A book that encourages children to go and play outside and discover what nature has to offer. Leave the house and roam into the nature: It is a fascinating place, waiting to be conquered by little ones with curious minds. Whether in the garden, park, or a nearby forest, a closer look at nature will draw out budding architects, their first constructions built from stones, branches, and leaves; a thorough investigation of trees will reveal all kinds of insects; and listening to the animals around will teach their sounds. Let's Play Outdoors! is for a new generation of environmentally conscious children, showing them how to interact with their surroundings in a meaningful way. The activities suggested inspire independent learning about animals, plants, and the weather, as well as how to look after the world.
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780241324240
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 384
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The perfect companion for children eager to understand the world outside, Nature Explorers Box Setcontains four fantastic first books on Birds, Weather, Woodland and Forestand the Seashore. Explore the skies with Nature Explorers Birdsand discover how a weather forecast is predicted with Nature Explorers Weather. Nature Explorers Seashoreallows you to explore the beach, answering questions such as "What causes tides?" and Nature Explorers Woodland and Forestteaches you everything to know about trees, from cold coniferous forest to dry deciduous woodland. Each book contains exciting activities, like cloud spotting, bark rubbing and how to make a bird feeder, as well as plenty of fun facts.Nature Explorers Box Setis a must for children keen to explore and understand the world around them. Includes the following titles- Nature Explorers Seashore 9780241282533 Nature Explorers Weather 9780241282519 Nature Explorers Woodland and Forest 9780241282526 Nature Explorers Birds 9780241282502
