Lessons from the Sand: Family-Friendly Science Activities You Can Do on a Carolina Beach
Language: English
Published by The University of North Carolina Press, 2016
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Ever wonder where sand comes from? Or why shells are coloured differently? Or how to estimate the size of a wave? Featuring more than forty fun hands-on activities for families with children, Lessons from the Sand reveals the science behind the amazing natural wonders found on the beaches of North and South Carolina.
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- Title
- Lessons from the Sand: Family-Friendly Science Activities You Can Do on a Carolina Beach
- Author
- Charles O Pilkey
- Publisher
- The University of North Carolina Press
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 146962737X
- ISBN 13
- 9781469627373
- Series
- Book 18 of 34: Southern Gateways Guides
Featuring colorful illustrations and clear instructions, most activities require nothing more than an observant eye and simple tools found at local stores. You will learn about geology, weather, waves and currents, the critters that live on our beaches, and the environmental issues that threaten them. Chapters also include indoor activities for rainy days and activities for nighttime discovery. This book will become an indispensable companion for families, teachers, and students heading to the Carolina coast for years to come.
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About the Author
Orrin H. Pilkey is James B. Duke Professor Emeritus of Earth Sciences at Duke University and coauthor of How to Read a North Carolina Beach.
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