Why Do Crickets Sing?: A Children's Book...A Quest for an Answer about One of God's Creatures - Softcover

Selby, Dr. Gregory Vincent

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1523221623 ISBN 13: 9781523221622

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016

Synopsis

At an early age, during their development of cognitive skills, children develop a sense of curiosity about the world around them…God’s creation. It is important that, as adults, we satisfy their curiosity and foster their development of analytical reasoning/critical thinking skills. This requires a sacrifice of time to search for and make available to children age- and content-appropriate educational materials that will enhance their individual mental capacity. The time to influence a child’s development is today…tomorrow may be a day too late; however, better late than never. The value of providing a nourishing and conducive learning environment for children is immeasurable. My personal experience at 4 years old has been instrumental in helping me attain many of my professional goals in life. My preschool education has propelled me to reach educational goals beyond my imagination. My parents’ desire to provide me with educational opportunities not generally available in my childhood community is admirable. I hope that this book will serve to inspire you, as parents, to cultivate and fulfill the curiosity inherent in your children…read to them and provide them with challenging reading material.

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About the Author

Gregory Vincent Selby was born in Delaware and attended public schools in Accomack County, Virginia (Mary N. Smith High). Greg is married to the former Barbara Jean Grimes and resides in Hampton, VA. Greg and Barbara have three adult sons and four grandchildren: Gregory II (Joaquin and Gregory III), Gevell (Emery and Amaya), and Gerron. Dr. Selby has earned six formal degrees: Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering, Psychology, and Theology; Masters in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Doctorates in Theology and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He has worked for NASA for 12 years (Wallops Flight Facility, Glenn Research Center, and Langley Research Center), taught at Hampton University, and is presently a Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Old Dominion University (33 years). He has published several books, including a book of poetry, "In His Image;" a book for parents and educators, "How to Rear a Scientist or Engineer;" a book of fiction with his sister, Maxcine Selby Collier, "A Tale of Two Siblings;" daily devotional guides, e.g., "Adorning Eagles Wings;" Bible study guides, e.g., "His Touch of Perfection;" and children's books, e.g., "God's Good Earth - Our Good Home." He also serves as a pulpit minister for churches of Christ.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1523221623
• ISBN 13: 9781523221622
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 58