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The Big Book of Nature Activities: A Year-Round Guide to Outdoor Learning
Contributor(s): Rodenburg, Jacob (Author), Monkman, Drew (Author)
ISBN: 0865718024     ISBN-13: 9780865718029
Publisher: New Society Publishers
OUR PRICE:   $40.49  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: June 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- Family & Relationships | Activities
- Nature | Ecology
- Education | Curricula
Dewey: 508
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 8" W x 9.9" (1.90 lbs) 384 pages
Themes:
- Topical - Family
 
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Publisher Description:

Get out Seasonal activities, information, stories, games and observations to foster engagement with the natural world

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 is is packed with crafts, stories, information and inspiration to make outdoor learning fun

The Big Book of Nature Activities 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 wanting to help children connect with nature


Contributor Bio(s): Rodenburg, Jacob: - Jacob Rodenburg is the Executive Director of Camp Kawartha, an award winning summer camp and outdoor education centre which uses music, drama, hands-on exploration, games and activities to inspire awe and wonder for the local environment. He lives in Peterborough, Ontario.Monkman, Drew: - Drew Monkman is a retired elementary school teacher, his interest in integrating nature activities and environmental education into all areas of the curriculum led him to oversee the development of an outdoor classroom which went on to become a model for many similar projects throughout Ontario. He lives in Peterborough, Ontario.