| Jump Into Science: Active Learning for Preschool Children Contributor(s): Pica, Rae (Author) |
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ISBN: 0876590563 ISBN-13: 9780876590560 Publisher: Gryphon House OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2009 Annotation: The perfect way to turn children's love of active games into learning opportunities! Bring science to life as children learn about their bodies, animals, seasons, and the weather. The activities in each chapter are organized by level of difficulty, and each one incorporates fun, exciting science experiences with movement. Research shows that the most effective way for children to learn concepts is to experience them physically. "Jump into Science" offers just this kind of learning. Activities such as The Mirror Game, Dinosaur Stomp, and Water and Ice will actively engage children as they explore new science concepts! |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Science & Technology - Education | Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten) |
| Dewey: 372.350 |
| LCCN: 2008040912 |
| Series: Learning in Leaps and Bounds |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.4" W x 10.7" (0.85 lbs) 131 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The perfect way to turn children's love of active games into learning opportunities Bring science to life as children learn about their bodies, animals, seasons, and the weather. The activities in each chapter are organized by level of difficulty, and each one incorporates fun, exciting science experiences with movement. Research shows that the most effective way for children to learn concepts is to experience them physically. "Jump into Science" offers just this kind of learning. Activities such as The Mirror Game, Dinosaur Stomp, and Water and Ice will actively engage children as they explore new science concepts |
Contributor Bio(s): Pica, Rae: - Rae Pica has been a children's movement specialist since 1980. She is the founder/director of Moving and Learning, a company offering services and materials related to physical activity for children from birth to age eight. A popular speaker and workshop leader, she is also co-creator and host of the radio program "Body, Mind, and Child." |