Through the Eyes of John Muir - Kelley, Janice
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"Through the Eyes of John Muir" presents a series of hands on and engaging lessons designed for classroom teachers, parents of both home school and independent study students. Through this guide students will learn how to think and make evidence-based decisions. Lessons cross disciplines to meet educational standards for science, language arts and social studies. "One learns that the world, though made is still being made. That this is still the morning of creation." Divided into three main sections, the book begins by discussing John Muir's life and accomplishments. His timeless quotes prompt…mehr

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"Through the Eyes of John Muir" presents a series of hands on and engaging lessons designed for classroom teachers, parents of both home school and independent study students. Through this guide students will learn how to think and make evidence-based decisions. Lessons cross disciplines to meet educational standards for science, language arts and social studies. "One learns that the world, though made is still being made. That this is still the morning of creation." Divided into three main sections, the book begins by discussing John Muir's life and accomplishments. His timeless quotes prompt thoughtful reflection suitable for any age. Section two provides opportunities for students to conduct evidence-based field studies. Lessons in the final section engage students to take personal responsibility by learning how to practice sound environmental stewardship and advocacy. Section three also features opportunities to identify "Modern Day Muirs," understand the role of government agencies that protect wild lands, parks and forests, and create the student's own vision for the future.
Autorenporträt
Janice Kelley is an award-winning writer and naturalist, passionate about connecting people to nature through art, science, writing, observation and discovery. She delights in sharing the wonders and curiosities of the outdoor world with youth and adults during guided walks, informal education programs and spoken word stories. She draws inspiration from the life and quotations of John Muir, Aldo Leopold, Joseph Cornell and other environmental champions. Janice launched Nature Detectives program in January 2018 for students to discover the outdoor world by engaging them in hands-on and inquiry-based learning activities on their school campus. Central to the Nature Detectives programs are seasonally themed, hour-long programs in 8-week segments. Additional features include website with blogs, downloadable activity sheets and resources; leader training program with leader guidebook; and complementary books