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Wonders of the Land Kendall Haven

Wonders of the Land By Kendall Haven

Wonders of the Land by Kendall Haven


Summary

Intended for teachers to use with students in the upper elementary and middle school grades, it focuses on natural phenomena of the earth (volcanoes, earthquakes, etc.) through the eyes of ancient myth, and then looks at the actual modern day science that explains each myth, using an interdisciplinary style of teaching.

Wonders of the Land Summary

Wonders of the Land by Kendall Haven

Renowned storyteller Kendall Haven brings his expertise to the authorship of this fourth book in the 4-book series, Wonders of Nature: Natural Phenomena in Science and Myth. Intended for teachers to use with students in the upper elementary and middle school grades, it focuses on natural phenomena of the earth (volcanoes, earthquakes, etc.) through the eyes of ancient myth, and then looks at the actual modern day science that explains each myth, using an interdisciplinary style of teaching. Using knowledge gained as a former research scientist, Haven integrates science curricular with the study of myth. Students are encouraged not only to appreciate the magic in myth and science, but to understand the commonality of all human experience with nature over all time. The book contains myths from several different cultures, and accompanying scientific explanations. Bibliographies, recommended Web sites, student projects, and discussion and activity ideas are also included, while illustrations and diagrams enhance student interest. The book is to be used by teachers and librarians with students, and by students in libraries and classrooms. Grades 4-8.

Wonders of the Land Reviews

The writing is clear and easy....Imaginative schoolteachers will love this book, for it challenges the art of teaching. Both myth and science are viewed as a part of human thought. - SB&F

About Kendall Haven

Kendall Haven is a nationally recognized master storyteller and the author of numerous books, including Marvels of Math, Write Right!, and Close Encounters with Deadly Dangers. A former research scientist, he is based in Fulton, California.

Table of Contents

Introduction Forces That Create the Land The Origins of Land Volcanoes Creating Rocks Creating Gems and Crystals Creating Mountains Forces that Change the Land Water Wind Glaciers Earthquakes Living Things Appendix: Additional Resources

Additional information

NLS9781591583189
9781591583189
1591583187
Wonders of the Land by Kendall Haven
New
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
2006-02-01
240
N/A
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