With spring around the corner and nature in bloom, these new titles explore the natural world and the possibility of personal growth.
“We carry within us the wonder we seek around us”-Sir Thomas Browne
This set features New York Time’s Best Seller, Wonder, and a new accompanying book, 365 Days of Wonder. Wonder tells the story of Auggie Pullman who begins mainstream school for the first time in grade 5. Born with a facial deformity, the book is told from both Auggie’s and his classmates’ perspective. Refreshingly honest, this book explores friendship, kindness and acceptance. The accompanying book, 365 Days of Wonder, is organized with one quote a day and filled with notable words of wisdom, illustrations from children, as well as their quotes.
A daisy is a day is a daisy (except when it’s a girl’s name), is perfect for spring. Whimsically illustrated, the book explores words for flowers in different languages that are used for girls’ names.The artwork, consisting of drawings, collage, sewing machine stitching and tempera, would be great inspiration for visual art lessons. Translated from German, this book was first published in English by Toronto-based Groundwood Books.
The curriculum resource, Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth, is intended to provide environmental education for young children through experience and play. Each chapter features a basic i
ntroduction of an issue ( i.e. air, weather, the food we eat) followed by a set of activities for children ages 3-8. The author’s aim is that exploration and experience in nature during early childhood will foster a foundation for environmental connection and stewardship in the future. The book features more than 100 classroom activities that that touch upon a variety of subject areas.
With the warmer weather, why not take your classes outdoors for some cooperative teamwork? Feel it! Rhythm Games for All comes with 2 CDs and numerous ideas for games featuring music and movement. Each chapter presents a series of games leading to a specific goal that build upon skills learned in prior sections. Great for interdisciplinary and kinesthetic learning.
Author Aerial Cross wrote this book, Nature Sparks: Connecting Children’s Learning to the Natural World, to inspire educators to re-connect students with nature. Citing the benefits of using the natural world to enhance student learning, the book provides activities, resources, and tips for teachers. In addition to exploring how children learn best, the author offers many creative ‘nature sparks’ in the margins of pages which are practical and simple suggestions of hands-on learning opportunities.
Come check out the new acquisitions on the ground floor of the OISE library. Happy reading!
