Exploring environmental science with children and teens / Eileen G. Harrington.

Author/creator Harrington, Eileen G.
Format Book
PublicationChicago : ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association, 2014.
Descriptionix, 254 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects
Children's libraries--Activity programs. --United States.
Environmental sciences--Study and teaching. --Activity programs. --United States.
Young adults' libraries--Activity programs. --United States.
School libraries--Activity programs. --United States.

Contents Nurturing future environmental leaders in libraries and museums -- Reading roots : science storytime (kindergarten through third grade) -- Reading for a greener future : book clubs (tweens and teens) -- Science sprouts : preschool and kindergarten programs -- Delving deeper : self-guided activities (all ages) -- Doing real science : citizen science (teens and families with young children) -- Coming together for science fun : family science programs -- Environmental action clubs (tweens and teens).
Abstract Environmental education programs are becoming increasingly important given some of the realities we face today. Harrington shows you how to implement environment programming, encourage scientific literacy... and have fun at the same time!
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2013039149
ISBN9780838911983 (paper : alk. paper)
ISBN0838911986 (paper : alk. paper)