Talking to Fireflies, Shrinking the Moon: Nature Activities for All Ages [Paperback]

Edward Duensing (Author)

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About the Author

Edward Duensing is a naturalist, researcher, hiker, and author who loves to share his nature knowledge with children. During his hikes in North America, Japan, the Caribbean, and beyond, he is always searching for those simple wonders that make life so rich. Duensing lives in rural New York with his wife and three sons.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing (March 19, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555913105
• ISBN-13: 978-1555913106
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,241,041 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A creative collection of nature activities and observations, August 30, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Talking to Fireflies, Shrinking the Moon: Nature Activities for All Ages (Paperback)

An unusual collection of information and learning activities concerning the world of nature which should appeal to both children and adults. The collection includes in-depth descriptions of many unexpected mysteries underlying seemingly every day natural occurances. Reading this book and participating in the described activities changes the way these events are understood while increasing understanding and enjoyment of observation of and participation in natural events. Good for all ages.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Take it from a nature teacher!, January 16, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Talking to Fireflies, Shrinking the Moon: Nature Activities for All Ages (Paperback)

I teach nature to boys in a summer camp and have used this book more than any other in my reference library...the pages are almost worn out! It's perfect in the language it uses and the activities are always fun. I have never recommended a book before, but couldn't pass up the opportunity to share this amazing book with other educators.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars after reading I purchased copies for all my nature loving friends, May 16, 2007

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Maggie Might (Bloomington, IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Talking to Fireflies, Shrinking the Moon: Nature Activities for All Ages (Paperback)

Have you ever heard of hypnotizing a frog by rubbing its belly? What about staying under 20 degrees above the horizon when trying to observe fish because of the way they see from underwater? What an awesome book for those who want their children to appreciate and participate in nature. Lots of party tricks like attracting fireflies with a flashlight and attracting birds by making a kissing sound on the back of your hand. An easy read, broken into short chapters, that offer lots of opportunities to see nature in a new light.