What causes the seasons to change?
The Earth is tilted. So as the Earth moves around the sun, different parts of the world tilt toward or away from it at different times of year."
I am guessing that many parents could use a book like this right now. Making, playing, exploring and learning through the projects included should keep kids interested and entertained for hours. In those hours, they will be learning about space, nature, history, animals and science.
Each section includes hands-on activities meant to help kids learn in an interactive way. The 5 sections open with very brief and accessible information concerning the subject. That first spread is then followed up with between 5 and 8 experiments, crafts and learning opportunities centered on that particular subject.
"Grass haircuts
Plants are living things that need
taking care of to survive. If you
look after your plant well, it will
grow enough to need a trim.
You will need:
*soil
*grass seeds
*plastic cups
*water"
The clearly explained two-step method helps kids learn that plants need air, light, and water for maximum growth. And sure enough, if they are patient enough, they will soon need to give their grass cups a haircut.
Engaging, full-color photos and easy-to-follow instructions make the 20 projects doable. The lists of needed items assure success as they can be found in most homes. There's lots of variety, and much to capture the attention of kids learning at home while the world waits for Covid-19 to run its course, and allow life to return to a new normal for each of us.
Here are a few of the maker projects included:
- Use buttons and marshmallows to map our solar system
- Make a bottle jetpack while learning about gravity
- Design your own rain guage to measure rainfall
- Discover Ancient Rome as you create your own Roman shield
- Craft cardboard animals while learning about the animal kingdom
Make sure to try the bird feeders, as many birds will be returning in the next few weeks. Let's help them settle back.
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