The Earth Science Book: Activities for Kids
Grade 3-6-- Basic Earth-science concepts and related environmental issues are presented in an inviting format. Each chapter is introduced by a black-and-white photograph and a one-page overview. All are organized as a series of one-to-three-page topics. Over 200 line drawings and diagrams clarify and extend the information presented in the simple, precise text. Terms defined in the glossary appear in bold type. There is at least one hands-on activity for each topic. These easy-to-do projects require simple, readily available materials. Other features include: "Word Watch," which gives the origin and definition of key words; "Famous Faces," brief biographical sketches of contributors to the field of Earth science; and "Find It," related learning activities that do not involve experimentation. The last chapter includes a one-page list of organizations to contact for further information on becoming "environmentally wise." The only thing that is missing is a bibliography or list of further reading. This is a book that children will pick up and dip into on their own. Amateur scientists will love it, and teachers will find useful, educational, and entertaining ways to involve the whole class.- Carolyn Angus, The Claremont Graduate School, CACopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.