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Synopsis
This book features sixty easy, fun–filled activities to enhance a child′s appreciation and understanding of science. Together child and parent probe the mystery of a spider web, watch the phases of the moon, follow the trail of a snail, or simply fly a kite. Along the way, these simple activities spark an interest in some of the basic ideas of science, and offer children an enjoyable way to learn more about the world around them.
MARLENE BARRON, PhD, (New York, New York) is Head of the West Side Montessori School in Manhattan. She is professor of early childhood education at New York University and gives frequent presentations to parent and teacher groups around the U.S. KAREN ROMANO YOUNG (Bethel, Connecticut) is the coauthor of the previous two books in the Ready, Set, Learn series, and is a widely published magazine writer.
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About the Author
MARLENE BARRON, Ph.D., is Head of the West Side Montessori School in New York City. She is the author of I Learn to Read and Write the Way I Learn to Talk: A Very First Book About Whole Language, as well as other books and articles. She has taught early childhood education courses at several colleges, and currently is a professor at New York University. KAREN ROMANO YOUNG is a former editor at Scholastic. She has created educational materials for all ages, and has written for the National Geographic Society and the Children′s Television Workshop.
From the Back Cover
Start together on a lifetime of learning the greatest gift you can give your child
Where do mountains come from? What do snails like to eat? Why can′t we see our shadows all the time? Science becomes a thrilling adventure, and technology a "toolbox" for solving problems, as you and your child explore the environment–– from the backyard to the moon!
Early childhood education specialist Marlene Barron shows you how to stimulate your child′s natural curiosity about science––chemistry, biology, physics––with 60 imaginative and entertaining activities. Each one is:
- Inspired by the internationally renowned Montessori approach to education
- Developed especially for children ages 3 to 7
- Aimed at achieving specific objectives, such as understanding the life cycles of plants and animals, observing chemical reactions, and learning about the relationship of earth, air, and water
- Readily upgraded to keep pace with your child′s progress
- Easy to do and loads of fun!
The Ready, Set, Learn series was created to help parents and children explore concepts and develop skills necessary to succeed in school. In addition to dozens of activities, each book contains a substantial overview explaining children′s developmental needs. Also available in the Ready, Set, Learn series: Ready, Set, Read and Write; Ready, Set, Count; and Ready, Set, Cooperate.
"Marlene Barron′s special understanding of people children, parents, teachers has led to these very special books. The activities here will allow children to construct a deeper, more complex understanding of their world and will be fun for both parent and child. I recommend these books to anyone who works with children." John Chattin–McNichols, Ph.D. Associate Professor, School of Education, Seattle University; Vice President, American Montessori Society
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