Be a Weather Detective: Solving the Mysteries of Cycles, Seasons, and Elements
Author:
Peggy Kochanoff
Description:
Why do dogs hate thunder? Is every snowflake really different? Where does wind come from? Naturalist and artist Peggy Kochanoff answers these questions and more in this illustrated guide to solving weather mysteries, for young readers.
From the life cycle of hurricanes to explaining how to properly read a weather forecast, Kochanoff takes readers on a fascinating and entertaining tour of the most common weather patterns in Atlantic Canada and beyond. Packed with detailed and vivid watercolor illustrations and clear answers to creative questions, Be a Weather Detective is the perfect tool for solving nature mysteries in your own backyard!
This monthly handbook contains the following features:
6 activities: two each in reading, writing, and math
A note about the theme and the skills it builds
Picture book suggestions
Skill-specific information for the teaching adult
A planning box for each activity
Note pages for planning and reflection
While each Quill offers a "Staff Picks" book list (see books below), you are free to use any books related to the theme from your collection or library when you enjoy these activities with your children.
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