Draw Write Now, Book 4: The Polar Regions, Arctic, Antarctic (Draw-Write-Now) [Paperback]

Marie Hablitzel (Author), Kim Stitzer (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Draw-Write-Now

Beginning drawing and writing lessons for children ages five to ten. BOOK 4 focuses on the Polar Regions -- Arctic and Antarctic. The books are simple enough for a young child to do independently, but a teacher or parent may present the lessons. Each drawing lesson includes a colorful picture and step-by-step instructions, while the writing lesson includes four simple handwritten sentences. The teacher or parent may introduce letter formation or have the children copy the sentences for handwriting practice, or use the lessons as a springboard for creative writing or report writing. Developed by an elementary school teacher and co-authored by her daughter. A brief list of the 21 lessons in the book includes Blue Whale, auroras, Arctic people, polar bear, igloo, tundra, wolf, penguin, krill, scientists.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Compare and contrast the two Polar Regions, then look at each in depth. Study the Arctic, "The Land of the Midnight Sun", while drawing walruses, polar bears, and people with sled dogs. Then, look at Earth’s most unusual continent, Antarctica, its unique animals and its scientists. The series won the Teachers' Choice Award and is a regular recipient of Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards.

From the Author

I remember drawing the musk ox (in Book 4) in 1963, when I was a student in my mother's class. As we worked on our pictures, she talked about the defensive position musk oxen take against predators. The herd forms a circle with their horns pointed outward, while their young and weak stand safely in the center of the circle. This unique defensive position protected the herds successfully until Europeans and Asians introduced the gun to North America. Suddenly, the defensive stance made musk oxen vulnerable prey, bringing the herds close to extinction. In the early 1900s, concerned people were able to create laws to ban the use of guns on musk oxen, which has helped increase their numbers. My mother's lesson covered nature, history, and social studies. It was fascinating and intriguing. -- Kim Stitzer

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Barker Creek Pub (June 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0963930745
• ISBN-13: 978-0963930743
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #199,536 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #45 in Books > History > Australia & Oceania > Polar Regions

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must for little ones who love to draw., December 2, 1998

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This review is from: Draw Write Now, Book 4: The Polar Regions, Arctic, Antarctic (Draw-Write-Now) (Paperback)

My son (eight years old) (very good artist) ate this book up. He copied every page in just three days then he was mixing scenes. His drawings took on a superb quality that he had not reached before. The bonus is, he practices his handwriting while learning interesting facts that are good to know. We'll be buying each edition for Christmas for him.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You!, September 26, 2001

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Brian (Redding, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw Write Now, Book 4: The Polar Regions, Arctic, Antarctic (Draw-Write-Now) (Paperback)

This is a special Thank you to the authors of this book. My 6 yr. old daughter and I have tremendesly enjoyed this book together. She is a great artist and loves to read. The drawing lessons both help to improve on her reading ability, while giving her great tools for drawing the beautiful and fun pictures displyed. We are both looking forward to more great "Draw Write Now" books.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, August 11, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Draw Write Now, Book 4: The Polar Regions, Arctic, Antarctic (Draw-Write-Now) (Paperback)

This book is brightly illustrated and well priced for the high quality. It is a wonderful resourse for parents as well as children. The subject matter covers a broad range of interesting information. Bravo!