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Lessons in Nature Study (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Oliver P. Jenkins

 
9780365152965: Lessons in Nature Study (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Practical, grade‑level nature study you can use in the classroom. It guides teachers and students with flexible topics and hands‑on observation.

This edition presents a provisional course in nature study arranged by grades, with a clear split between prescribed and elective subjects. It emphasizes thoughtful observation, note‑taking, and guided experimentation, making it easier to plan across a community of schools.

  • Structured grade‑level topics that evolve with observation, from plants to animals and the environment.
  • Suggestions for keeping simple student notebooks and recording seasonal bird appearances.
  • Hands‑on activities and experiments, such as seed growth, soil analysis, evaporation, and frost formation.
  • Listed reference works and suggested readings to deepen understanding, with guidance for teachers to adapt the material.
Ideal for readers who teach or study nature in elementary grades and want a flexible framework to foster curiosity and practical science skills.

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