Jacob Rodenburg, Drew Monkman

The Big Book of Nature Activities

A Year-Round Guide to Outdoor Learning

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Produktbeschreibung

Go outside and play! A seasonal guide to activities, information, stories, and games to take learning outside "These are the understandings humans have passed down over hundreds of generations; now we need to make a conscious effort to ensure our kids can understand and enjoy the gorgeous world around them" ¿ Bill McKibben, author, Long Distance and Eaarth " The Big Book of Nature Activities is a welcome book that should be a bible for all adults and children eager to rediscover the very source of our health, joy, and spiritual connection." ¿ David Suzuki, science broadcaster and environmental activist The average North American child can identify over 300 corporate logos, but only 10 native plants or animals¿a telling indictment of our modern disconnection from nature. The Big Book of Nature Activities is a comprehensive guide for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers 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 in nature 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. "This book provides a wealth of ideas for adults to engage children and themselves in the wonders of the natural world with suggested activities for all seasons. Nature is magic. And nature is free."¿ Robert Bateman, artist " The Big Book of Nature Activities will be a great resource for all of us who work with children." ¿ Jackie Ostfeld, Nearby Nature Director, Sierra Club 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 25 years. Drew Monkman is a naturalist, retired teacher, and an awardwinning environmental advocate. In addition to his weekly nature column, Drew is the author of two seasons-based nature guides, including Nature's Year. He has received an honorary Doctorate of Science from Trent University, for his work in promoting nature education.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: New Society Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 384
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juni 2016
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 204mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 892g
• ISBN-13: 9780865718029
• ISBN-10: 0865718024
• Artikelnr.: 43897332

Autorenporträt

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 teaches part time at Trent University, where he spearheaded the development of an "Eco Mentor" certificate program for teacher candidates which was subsequently adopted by several other universities. As well as publishing numerous articles on children, nature and the environment, Jacob has worked in the field of outdoor education for 25 years and recently received the Ontario Society of Environmental Educators Award for "Leadership in Environmental Education". Drew Monkman is an award-winning environmental advocate, and former board member of the Camp Kawartha summer camp and outdoor education centre. A retired elementary school teacher, Drew's 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 North America. In addition to writing a weekly nature column, Drew is the author of several almanac-style environmental books including Nature's Year and Nature's Year in the Kawarthas . (www.drewmonkman.com)

Inhaltsangabe

Acknowledgments Introduction Connecting to Nature Technology is the Answer, But What Was the Question? Nature Deficit Disorder About The Big Book of Nature Activities Geographical Area Covered 100 Continent-wide Species to Learn Some Key Regional Species to Learn How to Raise a Naturalist How Do We Get Kids Outside? Characteristics of Kids and Nature: Ages and Stages Adults and Nature: How Knowledge and Appreciation Enhance Our Lives Species Identification and Naming Basic Skills for Connecting to Nature Hints for Paying Attention Engaging All of Your Senses Leading a Walk or Hike: Some Pointers Some "Back-pocket" Activities Birding Invertebrate-watching: Butterflies, Moths and Dragonflies Botanizing: The Art of Plant Identification Mushroom-hunting Enjoying the Sky Time of Year and Time of Day Increasing Your Chances of Seeing Wildlife Bringing Nature Inside Sketching and Journaling Nature Photography Geo-caching: A Tool for Nature Appreciation Citizen Science Connecting with Nature in the Digital Age Key Nature Concepts for Children to Learn Why Do We Have Seasons? Phenology Climate Change Evolution Big History Fall: The Cooling Season Some Key Events in Nature in Fall Continent-wide Overview Fall Nature Highlights by Region Fall Poem Collection Challenge Art in the Park What's Wrong with the Scenario? The Story of Night Cap, the Chickadee At Your Magic Spot Exploring Fall
Things to Do Fall Looks Like... Fall Sounds Like... Fall Tastes Like... Fall Smells Like... Fall Feels Like... Phenology Evolution Birds Mammals Amphibians and Reptiles Fishes Invertebrates Plants Fungi Weather The Sky Honoring the Season Winter: The Great Exhale Some Key Events in Nature in Winter Continent-wide Overview Winter Nature Highlights by Region Winter Poem Collection Challenge Art in the Park What's Wrong with the Scenario? The Story of Night Cap, the Chickadee At Your Magic Spot Exploring Winter
Things to Do Winter Looks Like... Winter Sounds Like... Winter Tastes Like... Winter Smells Like... Winter Feels Like... Phenology Evolution Birds Mammals Amphibians and Reptiles Fishes Invertebrates Plants Fungi Weather The Sky Honoring the Season Spring: The Greening Season Some Key Events in Nature in Spring Continent-wide Overview Spring Nature Highlights by Region Spring Poem Collection Challenge Art in the Park What's Wrong with the Scenario? The Story of Night Cap, the Chickadee At Your Magic Spot Exploring Spring
Things to Do Spring Looks Like... Spring Sounds Like... Spring Tastes Like... Spring Smells Like... Spring Feels Like... Phenology Evolution Birds Mammals Amphibians and Reptiles Fishes Invertebrates Plants Fungi Weather The Sky Honoring the Season Summer: The Crescendo Some Key Events in Nature in Summer Continent-wide Overview Summer Nature Highlights by Region Summer Poem Collection Challenge Art in the Park What's Wrong with the Scenario? The Story of Night Cap, the Chickadee At Your Magic Spot Exploring Summer
Things to Do Summer Looks Like... Summer Sounds Like... Summer Tastes Like... Summer Smells Like... Summer Feels Like... Phenology Evolution Birds Mammals Things to See from a Car Amphibians and Reptiles Fishes Invertebrates Plants Fungi Weather The Sky Honoring the Season Appendix Cards for Song Ensemble and Listen for Your Mate Leaf Adaptations Scavenger Hunt Adaptations to Winter Scavenger Hunt Adaptations for Reproduction Scavenger Hunt Fungus Scavenger Hunt Non-identification Bird Walk Checklist Pictures for Imagining Your Ancestors Fall Phenology Chart Winter Phenology Chart Spring Phenology Chart Summer Phenology Chart My Adopted Tree (Fall) My Adopted Tree (Winter) My Adopted Tree (Spring) My Adopted Tree (Summer) What's Wrong with the Scenario ?
Answer Key Artists' and Photographers' Credits Index About the Authors