Investigating Natural Disasters Through Children's Literature: An Integrated Approach

by Anthony D. Fredericks

Overview

Natural disasters enthrall with their potency, might, and devastation. Tap into students' inherent awe of storms, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, avalanches, landslides, and tsunamis to open their minds to the wonders and power of the natural world. Using quality children's literature as a springboard to learning, this guide extends the understanding of science concepts through short activities, longer projects, and adventures. This participatory approach keeps the focus on the processes of science and promotes a personal response to learning. Students can use the literature and activities not just to better understand the forces of nature, but to grasp the implications of that potency on the lives of people near and far. Grades 3-6.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781563088612
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	04/15/2001
Series:	Through Children's Literature
Pages:	193
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.44(d)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

ANTHONY D. FREDERICKS has written more than 20 books for Teacher Ideas Press. A former reading specialist and classroom teacher, he is currently professor of education, York College, York, Pennsylvania. Tony is the author of more than 65 teacher resource books, over 30 award-winning children's books, and several trade books on effective teaching.