Ready, Set, Explore (Barron, Marlene. Ready, Set, Learn Series.)
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Book Description
Start together on a lifetime of learning— the greatest gift you can give your child
Where do mountains come from? What do snails like to eat? Why can't we see our shadows all the time? Science becomes a thrilling adventure, and technology a "toolbox" for solving problems, as you and your child explore the environment-- from the backyard to the moon!
Early childhood education specialist Marlene Barron shows you how to stimulate your child's natural curiosity about science--chemistry, biology, physics--with 60 imaginative and entertaining activities. Each one is:
The Ready, Set, Learn series was created to help parents and children explore concepts and develop skills necessary to succeed in school. In addition to dozens of activities, each book contains a substantial overview explaining children's developmental needs. Also available in the Ready, Set, Learn series: Ready, Set, Read and Write; Ready, Set, Count; and Ready, Set, Cooperate.
"Marlene Barron's special understanding of people—children, parents, teachers—has led to these very special books. The activities here will allow children to construct a deeper, more complex understanding of their world and will be fun for both parent and child. I recommend these books to anyone who works with children." —John Chattin-McNichols, Ph.D. Associate Professor, School of Education, Seattle University; Vice President, American Montessori Society
The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
From a leading educator and specialist on development in early childhood. Features 60 activities for parents to do with their children, using everyday household objects and experiences such as: planting seeds, pressing flowers, observing insects, etc. For each activity, the developmental perspective is clearly defined, and advice is given on how to tailor the activity for the child as he or she grows older. Activities are suitable for children from age 3 through the first year of "real school."
Ready, Set, Explore (Barron, Marlene. Ready, Set, Learn Series.)
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