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An engaging introduction to trees for young readers, exploring their types and importance.
The First Book of Trees
By: M.B. Cormack$22.95 – $37.95 -
This informative and engaging book explores the many ways in which water affects our lives, from the water cycle and the importance of water for life, to the ways in which we use and manage water, and the impact of water on the environment.
The First Book of Water
By: Jo and Ernest Norling$14.95 – $32.50 -
Ever wondered how a jar of honey is made? Thousands of bees visit more than one million flowers to gather the nectar that goes into a one-pound jar of honey. Every page in this picture book reveals how these remarkable insects work together to create this amazing food.Sku: 9780688175313
The Honey Makers
By: Gail Gibbons$12.50 -
SaleEvery morning, Fred climbs three flights of stairs—up to his rooftop in Brooklyn, New York—and greets the members of his enormous family: "Good morning, my bees, my darlings!" His honeybee workers are busy—they tend the hive, feed babies, and make wax rooms. They also forage in flowers abloom across Brooklyn... so that, one day, Fred can make his famous honey, something the entire neighborhood looks forward to tasting.Sku: 9780375849800
The Honeybee Man
By: Nargi, Lela$19.99Original price was: $19.99.$19.77Current price is: $19.77.By: Nargi, Lela$19.99Original price was: $19.99.$19.77Current price is: $19.77. Add to cart Quick View -
Discover the American Southwest’s ecology and culture with Mary Austin’s poetic essays.
The Land of Little Rain
By: Mary Austin$13.50 – $27.95 -
The Lay of the Land features fifteen nature sketches written from Sharp’s personal observations of the land and its inhabitants over a number of years. Subjects include muskrats preparing a home, Christmas in the woods, buzzards nesting and much more. The title chapter urges the reader to spend time observing nature for themselves.4 GradesSku: 9781925729887
The Lay of the Land
By: Dallas Lore Sharp$13.50 – $27.95 -
A collection of reflections on nature written in a lyrical and poetic manner.
The Life of the Fields
By: Richard Jefferies$14.95 – $29.50 -
Join a curious rabbit exploring New Zealand birds, learning their habits and challenges. Illustrated with 130+ photos and Sophie Blokker’s artwork.
The New Zealand Bird Book
By: Sarita Betschart$18.50 – $33.50 -
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Help your child discover nature hiding in your own back yard!
Now you can expand on each gentle nature story in the living science book Outdoor Secrets. Your first- and second-graders can learn more about the secrets that are awaiting them outside! In The Outdoor Secrets Companion you will find nature study ideas, simple projects, beautiful nature poetry, gentle lesson plans, and additional non-twaddle book suggestions that correspond with the stories in Outdoor Secrets.- Living Science—Enjoy these activities and ideas that correspond with the nature stories in the 1903 reprint, Outdoor Secrets.
- Saves Time—Relax. All the work has been done for you. We’ve put in the hours of research so you don’t have to.
- Gentle and Flexible—Use the simple lesson plans at your own pace. Buzz through the ideas in a Term or meander along throughout the year.
- Charlotte Mason in Its Approach—Includes lots of non-twaddle book suggestions, nature study ideas, narration, a nature notebook, and beautiful poetry.
- Helpful—Gives you handy tips and reminders of upcoming resources in a convenient Notes column.
2 GradesSku: 9781616340988The Outdoor Secrets Companion
By: Sonya Shafer, Karen Smith$16.50 -
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Enjoy teaching early elementary science with interesting living stories, nature study, and hands-on experiences!
Your students will love the gentle nature stories and the playful family relationships that are woven throughout Arthur Ransome’s wonderful living science book, Pond and Stream. And now you can easily expand on his story with the simple science ideas suggested in this companion handbook. Learn more from Pond and Stream with these-
- Easy nature study ideas
- Simple projects with handy materials
- Fun nature notebook suggestions
- Beautiful poetry that reflects the plants or animal studied
- Additional non-twaddle book suggestions to find at your library
- Gentle lesson plans to use at your own pace
3 GradesSku: 9781616342975The Pond and Stream Companion
By: Karen Smith$16.50 -
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The reason for a flower is to manufacture seeds, but Ruth Heller shares a lot more about parts of plants and their functions in her trademark rhythmic style.Sku: 9780698115590
The Reason for a Flower
By: Ruth Heller$13.99 -
Throughout Secrets of the Woods William Long uses stories of his personal observations to teach children valuable lessons about nature.5 GradesSku: 9781925729276
The Secrets of the Woods
By: William J. Long$11.95 – $27.95 -
The amazing, true story of Daniel Boone will give readers insight into an era of explosive change and unforgettable adventure.Sku: 9781426301452
The Trailblazing Life of Daniel Boone
By: Cheryl Harness$22.95 -
The acclaimed Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s guide answers all kids’ (and their parents’) tree-related questions in an easy-to-understand way.Sku: 9781889538860
The Tree Book for Kids and Their Grown Ups
By: Gina Ingoglia, ASLA$18.95 -
Even though The Wonderland of Nature has been written and produced in Australia for Australian children it is sure to be loved by all, no matter where in the world they are from. It presents the fascinating facts of Nature and Science in a simple, friendly style, with a profusion of illustrations, and with reference to the Australian scene.4 GradesSku: 9781925729474
The Wonderland of Nature
By: Nuri Mass$36.95 – $51.50 -
A beautifully painted tour of the birds in th garden. Perfect for reading with young children.
There are Birds in the Garden
By: Daxxton McGee, Evangeline Lothian$15.50 – $30.50