The Big Book of Nature Activities - by Jacob Rodenburg & Drew Monkman (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p> The average child can identify over 300 corporate logos, but only 10 native plants or animals. This is a comprehensive guide for parents and educators to help youth develop a deeper appreciation of the natural world. This amazing compendium is packed with seasonal games, crafts, skills, stories and observations to make outdoor learning fun! </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong> Get out! Seasonal activities, information, stories, games and observations to foster engagement with the natural world </strong></p><p><em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> is a comprehensive guide for parents and educators to help youth of all ages explore, appreciate and connect with the natural world. This rich, fully illustrated compendium is is packed with crafts, stories, information and inspiration to make outdoor learning fun! </p><em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> features: <ul><li> Nature-based skills and activities such as species identification, photography, journaling and the judicious use of digital technology </li><li> Ideas, games and activities grounded in what's happening in nature each season </li><li> Core concepts that promote environmental literacy, such as climate change and the mechanisms and wonder of evolution, explained using a child-friendly, engaging approach </li><li> Lists of key species and happenings to observe throughout the year across most of North America <p></p></li></ul><p> Perfect for families, educators, and youth leaders wanting to help children connect with nature! </p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>Go outside and play! <p><strong> A seasonal guide to activities, information, stories, and games to take learning outside </strong></p><p> 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, <em> Long Distance </em> and <em> Eaarth </em></p><p> <em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> 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 </p><p> 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. </p><p><em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> 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: </p><ul><li> Nature-based skills and activities such as species identification, photography, journaling, and the judicious use of digital technology </li><li> Ideas, games, and activities grounded in what's happening in nature each season </li><li> Core concepts that promote environmental literacy, such as climate change and the mechanisms and wonder of evolution, explained using a child-friendly, engaging approach </li><li> Lists of key species and happenings in nature to observe throughout the year across most of North America. </li></ul><p> Perfect for families, educators, and youth leaders, <em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> is packed with crafts, stories, information, and inspiration to make outdoor learning fun. </p><p> 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 </p><p> <em> The Big Book of Nature Activities </em> will be a great resource for all of us who work with children. -- Jackie Ostfeld, Nearby Nature Director, Sierra Club </p><p><strong> Jacob Rodenburg </strong> 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. </p><p><strong> Drew Monkman </strong> 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. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>From the beginning of time we have been connected to nature, but for the first time in history, that connection threatens to be broken by the most of an entire generation and perhaps generations to come. When children play in nature - climb trees, build forts and dams in creeks and go exploring - here is what happens: they have less obesity, less likelihood of developing attention deficit disorder, lower rates of depression and suicide, less alcohol and drug abuse, less bullying, plus, they get higher marks. 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.<br>---Robert Bateman, March 2016<p> <p/>These are the understandings humans have passed down over hundreds of generations; now we need to make a conscious effort to insure our kids can understand and enjoy the gorgeous world around them.<br>---Bill McKibben, author <em>Long Distance</em><p> <p/>Today's children are growing up indoors. A lack of nearby access to nature, transportation, school budget cuts, and competing priorities are among the barriers that have left an entire generation inside. <em>The Big Book of Nature Activities </em>will be a great resource to all of us who work with children. As a former environmental educator, I know how it feels to see a child light up inside after a first nature experience. As I embark on a new phase of life, motherhood, I look forward to using activities in this book to help me share my love for the outdoors with my son.<br>---Jackie Ostfeld, Nearby Nature Director, Sierra Club<p> <p/>This is an indispensable resource book for parents, teachers, youth leaders, outdoor educators and anyone else interested in introducing young people to the wonders of nature. It is clear from the authors' enthusiasm that they not only want children to learn more about the natural environment, but to fall in love with it. They are clear that the best way for this to happen is for children to enjoy the company of a supportive, interested adult. This book will help you to be that adult. --- Paul Elliott, Professor of Education, Trent University, Ontario<br><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b> Jacob Rodenburg </b> 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. </p><p><b> Drew Monkman </b> 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 <i> Nature's Year </i> and <i> Nature's Year in the Kawarthas </i> . (www.drewmonkman.com) </p>
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