The Natural World Through Children's Literature: An Integrated Approach

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In a similar treatment to their previous books about science and literature, the authors consider over 25 picture books (both new and classic, but all new to this volume) that provide examples in nature (topics include living things, earth and stars, and natural changes) for children to observe, describe, and appreciate. Summaries of each book are included as are extensive vocabulary lists, science concepts, puzzles, and integrated activities in math, language arts, writing, social studies, science, and art. The book also offers integrated activities in the area of information literacy to help hone student skills.

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The 27 lesson plans in this teaching resource center on a picture book title for teaching young students about animals, plants, the earth, stars, and environmental interactions. Each lesson plan consists of a vocabulary list, a crossword puzzle, illustrations, and activities for language arts, writing, social studies, science, mathematics, the arts, and information literacy. * Reference & Research Book News *

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Carol M. Butzow, Carol and John live in Indiana, Pennsylvania, where John is a retired education dean and professor of science education, most recently at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Carol teaches English as a Second Language to elementary students. For twenty years, they have collaborated on well-known books for teachers, including Science Through Children's Literature, Exploring the Environment Through Children's Literature and many others. John W. Butzow, Carol and John live in Indiana, Pennsylvania, where John is a retired education dean and professor of science education, most recently at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Carol teaches English as a Second Language to elementary students. For twenty years, they have collaborated on well-known books for teachers, including Science Through Children's Literature, Exploring the Environment Through Children's Literature and many others.