Backyard Nature and Science Workbook South

You never know what your children will uncover in their outdoor classroom. Every day is a little treasure hunt. Written by Erika Zambello, a naturalist from the region, the Backyard Science & Discovery Workbook: South does what other workbooks can’t: It gets specific about climate, geography, state symbols, weather, and especially birds, fungi, insects, minerals, trees, wildflowers, and so much more. With over 20 simple, fun introductions to scientific subjects—like astronomy and geology—it gets children excited about nature in their own backyard and teaches them to love and protect the great outdoors. More than a dozen activities help kids to make hypotheses, experiment, and observe. The 19 hands-on science projects—such as raising native caterpillars, making mushroom spore prints, and attracting moths with an ultraviolet light—put students in control of their own learning!

-Introduction to the South’s geography, plants and animals, and biology
-Activities specific to your part of the country
-Fun hands-on projects that spark wonder
-Regionally accurate information about agriculture, invasive species, weather records, and more.