Pond Life Nature Activity Book: Educational Games & Activities for Kids of All Ages (Children's Nature Activity Book) [Paperback]

James Kavanagh (Author)

Book Description

Series: Children's Nature Activity Book

Designed to complement the K–12 curriculum, this entertaining activity book features dozens of nature-related games, quizzes, and classroom activities that engage children to learn about pond ecosystems, nature, and natural sciences.

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From the Back Cover

Pond Life, An Introduction to Familiar Plants and Animals Living on or Near Ponds, Lakes and Wetlands, is a must-have reference guide for beginners and experts alike. This indispensable guide features familiar trees, shrubs, wildflowers, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects and invertebrates found in ponds, lakes and wetlands. The Pocket Naturalist series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map identifying prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations)

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About the Author

James Kavanagh is the author of more than 300 pocket guides concerning nature, science, travel, and languages. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Waterford Press; 1st edition (August 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1583552006
• ISBN-13: 978-1583552001
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,141,334 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #59 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Animals > Fish > Nonfiction
  • #76 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Professional & Technical > Education > Specific Skills > Science & Technology

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Carefully read book description on Amazon...., February 6, 2006

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This review is from: Pond Life Nature Activity Book: Educational Games & Activities for Kids of All Ages (Children's Nature Activity Book) (Paperback)

Not what I wanted....but I'm giving a 5 because it's my fault I didn't read the book description thoroughly. Had I, I'd have realized it is not they type of book that gives nature activities TO DO outdoors with my kids....but is (as stated) a book with puzzles, mazes, almost academic stuff you do SITTING at a table basically.

So, again, my fault for not reading description, it is EXACTLY as described. If I wanted to brush up academically with my kids, or with art even (the oregami) then it would have been a great book for us. A child that enjoys puzzles, mazes, 'quiet' work would love this book. I'm sure my 8 year old would love some of it, like the mazes.

I would think it'd be a very good for home schooling type activities, not good for 'HANDS ON' physically active type learning. I have a friend that home schools and plan to give it to her. I think she and her kids will really enjoy it.