How Nature Works: 100 Ways Parents & Kids Can Share the Secrets of Nature [Hardcover]

David Burnie (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Here is an exciting introduction to the miraculous world of nature-uncovering the secrets of plants and animals by employing an exciting hands-on approach that will appeal to the whole family. Full of hundreds of experiments and projects. For ages 8-14.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-9-- Secrets of the natural world are revealed through facts and hands-on activities designed to involve children and adults. Topics cover the most simple form of life--the cell--through various types of plants and classifications of animals. Crisp, full-color, fully captioned photographs, diagrams, and illustrations combine with text of varying type-faces and sizes in an uncluttered format that skillfully separates information and makes directions easy to follow. Various stages of experiments are photographed and clearly explained step-by-step so that much can be learned just by reading them. However, most seem so appealing that readers will want to see the results for themselves. Equipment needed can be found in most households. If potentially hazardous materials are required, the text emphasizes the importance of adult assistance. A glossary and expansive index make this a valuable resource, and teachers will find an abundance of general information, experiments, and activities that can easily be incorporated into science classes. A captivating interactive approach to learning that promotes the naturalist's motto, "Look, learn, and then leave alone." --Diane Nunn, Richard E. Byrd Elementary School, Glen Rock, NJ
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Readers Digest (August 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895773910
• ISBN-13: 978-0895773913
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #650,912 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible!! This book has an amazing array of experiments!, May 18, 1999

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This review is from: How Nature Works: 100 Ways Parents & Kids Can Share the Secrets of Nature (Hardcover)

The book is written to keep the interest of every reader, but simple enough for the youngest child to understand. Experiments range from finding the bones in bird pellets, to extracting pigment from plants, to feeding sea anemones! There is an experiment just about every topic touched upon, using common tools and materials. Great book for hands on science.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Want My Own Copy!, November 13, 2003

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I love this book. I am homeschooling my brilliant seven-year-old son using the classical curriculum recommended by Susan Bauer's book The Well-Trained Mind. When I started out the year, though, I still didn't have a science resource, so I went to the library. After renewing this book from my local library for months now, I am buying it. I don't know why I waited so long! This book is packed with full-color, two-page spreads on all the life science topics I will need this year and beyond. We have tried many of the experiments, and they are simple, inexpensive, and interesting.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful simplicity, June 10, 2010

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Robert Mason (Utah) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: How Nature Works: 100 Ways Parents & Kids Can Share the Secrets of Nature (Hardcover)

I'm not saying the book is "simple." But I am saying that HOW NATURE WORKS is clear, fun for children, and fascinating. It is beautiful and unambiguous. It is just the sort of resource that all homes might enjoy.