nature study

Simple suggestions for exploring "backyard" nature are accompanied by colorful illustrations.

Examines the pond, seashore, town, and woodland as nature environments.

Suggests a variety of both indoor and outdoor activities which relate to nature, the environment, ecology, music, sky watching, backyard fun, the neighborhood, and the wider world.

Provides ideas for activities to enhance backyard camping experiences and demonstrate the connection between nature and science. Also includes safety tips and several recipes.

Suggestions for craft projects using materials such as algae, leaves, and seeds collected outdoors.

Introduces the plants, insects, birds, and mammals that make up the ecosystem of a city and its suburbs.

Provides instructions for fifty nature experiments and activities involving both plants and animals.