Nature Study: Its Psychology, Method and Matter (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2022
- Softcover
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Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive examination of the psychology underlying nature study as a subject, examining the various ways in which sensory experiences and the development of human thought and expression are inextricably linked to our connection with the natural world. The author, an established expert in the field of educational psychology, presents a compelling case for the importance of nature study in the early years of education, emphasizing its role in encouraging imaginative thinking, developing powers of observation, and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the intricate beauty and complex relationships found in the natural world. The book provides a wealth of practical examples and lesson plans, making it an invaluable resource for educators seeking to incorporate nature study into their classrooms. By exploring the profound impact that nature study can have on children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, this book offers a compelling argument for its inclusion in any well-rounded educational curriculum. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- Nature Study: Its Psychology, Method and Matter (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Sidney Sheddon Silcox
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1332555462
- ISBN 13
- 9781332555468
- Seller catalogs
- Psychology
Explore how nature works through observation, classification, and hands‑on study.
This practical guide fills classrooms with clear steps for teaching nature study as a living, growing subject. It connects science to reading, drawing, and writing, helping students see plants, trees, and ecosystems as real, observable phenomena.
The book outlines a complete, grade‑level course in nature study, designed to fit reading and geography work while building scientific thinking. It explains how beginners start by noticing likenesses, then group objects by similarities and differences, and finally develop a scientific classification based on deeper relationships. It also emphasizes keeping life histories of studied subjects to date, so students can compare changes over time.What you’ll experience
- A structured approach to observing plants and environments, from habitat to growth and adaptation.
- Step‑by‑step guidance on forming life histories, sketches, diagrams, and written notes to track progress.
- A clear progression from concrete features to abstract relationships, leading to scientific classification.
- Hands‑on activities tied to seasons, soils, and plant communities, including practical ecology concepts.
- How plants fit into different environments (water, drought, moderate moisture, mineral soils) and how ecology shapes their lives.
- The anatomy of roots, stems, bark, and growth areas, plus how organisms interact with soil and nutrients.
- How to observe and record plant and animal life across winter, spring, summer, and fall, using a field‑work mindset.
- How to build your own keys and classifications, and why true classification goes beyond simple lookup.
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