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Moon Journals: Writing, Art, and Inquiry Through Focused Nature Study

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Joni Chancer and Gina Rester-Zodrow paint a clear and exciting picture of what an inquiry based nature study can do to engage children in the classroom. I couldn't stop reading this book! It is practical with over 50 mini-lessons and lots of classroom snapshots that give teachers a firm foundation on which to begin. Chancer also offers good advice and theory explaining why art and writing are such a good match. I personally will be less controlling in my classroom- I was amazed at the results she got from her children when she gave them time to explore and experiment. As a 3rd grade teacher, this book will really change the way I do some things in my classroom. Thanks, Joni and Gina!

As a classroom teacher I find this book to be one of the best in our profession. It doesn't tell us it shows us! The most outstanding feature of this book is that the authors love to write and they inspire their students in their classrooms and the readers of this book to write.They know how to get the words flowing from beginners. I just finished reading a book that was written on how to teach struggling writers by a professor of writing and he did not teach me how to teach writing or motivate me like this book, Moon Journals did. I recommend this book to all teachers of writing, art, and science.

Moon Journals is a fantastic discovery book for teachers, students and even parents. The book centers on specific nature study and self-inquiry through writing and art. It is a wonderful companion to any teacher's classroom, and could be a really fantastic way for parents and kids to link together in the summer months. A definate MUST HAVE for all!

A friend of mine told me about this book and I immediately purchased it.
I honestly can't tell you how excited I am to use the writing and art invitations with
my third grade class! I know this enthusiasm will spill over on to my students and we
will all enjoy the experience. I just love it! Thank you.