Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth - Tapa blanda

"A thoughtful presentation of activities, goals, and topics for educating children ages 3-8. This resource can be used by parents, educators or caregivers to engage and excite children in learning about the world we live in. Educators will find each chapter focused and inspiring." --Green Teacher "A great resource that helps children unplug from electronics and plug into the natural world." --Richard Louv, author of The Nature Principle and Last Child in the Woods "This book should be in the hands of every early childhood educator. In fact, this book alone could be sufficient for designing and implementing a top-notch early childhood program. From the thorough, engaging background material in each chapter to the rich and exciting learning activities throughout, author Patty Born Selly inspires best practices in sparking children's natural curiosity, exploration, discovery, and emerging understanding of their place in the world. As the title suggests, children who have the good fortune to learn in this way are sure to become good stewards of the natural world they have come to know and love. And they are sure to reap immeasurable benefits in terms of their own health, happiness, and eagerness to learn!" --Marti Erickson, PhD, Director Emerita of Irving Harris Training Programs, University of Minnesota, Co-founder and Chair of the Children & Nature Network, and Host of Mom Enough

Highlighting a number of green topics, this resource offers a unique, thoughtful approach to environmental education in early childhood settings. Background information, resources, and 100 hands-on lessons and activities will excite children, engage families, and encourage communities to be green. Suggestions are provided to present these topics in an age-appropriate manner that honours young children's sense of wonder and curiosity.