activity programs

"Nature books for kids should get them excited about heading out into the great outdoors. This one encourages them to track, explore, discover and create . . . filled with hands-on educational outdoor activities-like crafting bird feeders out of fruit, pressing flowers, creating sundials and so much more"--Publisher.

Presents ready-to-use science proficiency lessons and activities for the sixth through eighth-grade classroom covering general topics of physical science, chemistry, astronomy, and biology.

Use fun, engaging activities, grouped according to phonological skills, that build sequentially and reinforce previously learned skills while introducing new skills. The activities include kinesthetic, visual, and aural representations, plus alternative suggestions are provided at the end of each activity to make necessary modifications for diverse learners. Instructions are included for teachers to recognize the needs of different learners.192 pages plus Teacher Resource CD.

"The bibliotherapy-informed practices, programs, and events outlined in this guide will help librarians support the mental health and personal growth of their patrons"--Provided by publisher.

"[A] resource for joining the maker movement, no matter the size of [one's] public library or resource level"--Provided by publisher.

"This unique guide offers fresh insights on how graphic novels and comics differ from traditional books and require different treatment in the library--from purchasing, shelving, and cataloging to readers' advisory services, programs, and curriculum"--Provided by publisher.

Describes how people in countries around the world are protecting natural resources, and encourages readers to consider ways they can help.

Discusses the importance of composting, provides instructions for making a compost heap, describes the hot compost method used by cities, and encourages readers to consider the benefits of composting.

Contains three four-week, cross-curricular thematic units about the fall season for students in kindergarten through third grade, based on picture books by Eric Carle, Lois Ehlert, Tomie dePaola, Eve Bunting, and many others.