Explore Spring!

October 1, 2007
Gr 1-4-Providing scientific explanations and experiments to test the facts, these hands-on projects challenge readers to make connections from the phenomena they observe. Bold, black-and-white cartoons and occasional jokes add levity to the science. Unfortunately, the illustrations give the impression that this is not a book to be taken seriously. That's too bad because the information is sound, with engaging activities to test and illuminate spring events. The six chapters cover such subjects as the sun, plants, animals, babies, and weather. With a heavy emphasis on keeping a journal to record observations, many of the activities can be developed into science projects. This is a fun and worthwhile book that is not served well by its format. The index, glossary, and list of additional books on the subjects are useful, but nonspecific links to Web sites such as the Library of Congress, the Weather Channel, and Wikipedia are less helpful."Janet S. Thompson, Chicago Public Library"

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