This book of projects & experiments features common mammals, amphibians, & birds of Canada & the United States. This is real-world science at its best! Shedd's knowledge and unabashed love of teaching kids comes across on every page. Nose to nose with a toad in the backyard or building a beaver dam on the kitchen table, kids love exploring the world of wildlife. More than 100 learning experiences in math, science, language arts, nature, art, and crafts...

Offers instructions, material lists, and suggested related activities for projects which use simple objects found around the house, library, or classroom.

Presents over seventy-five simple arts and crafts activities related to holidays, school, occupations, travel, nature, home, and friendship.

"... children mix up the most fascination paints, doughs, pastes, and unbelievable special papers -- making fun and funky art while they're at it. Creativity will blossom..."

Presents more than seventy craft and activity ideas suitable for a rainy day, including instructions for making pretzels, hosting a backwards party, and taking a puddle walk.

Surveys the geography, history, and culture of the states and territories of the United States.