Presents strategies for exploring the mysteries of nature and portrays a variety of plants and animals in their natural surroundings
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YA-- A book that introduces beginners to the delights of studying natural phenomena. Neophyte naturalists learn how to develop a well-trained eye under the guidance of expert nature writers and photographers by observing a wide variety of ecosystems. Also included are accurate watercolor paintings showing hidden interiors of gardens, ponds, and animal dens. Instructions and graphics enable readers to build simple equipment such as a pond viewer, to make casts of animal tracks, to keep journal notes and sketches, and to locate fossils. A useful addition to ecology and natural science collections.
- Mary T. Gerrity, Queen Anne School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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