Diana Marks looks at children's and young adult book awards in depth. The history, award criteria, and a biography of the person behind each of the well-known awards is included. Also of interest are lists of the winners in each category, teaching and exploration activities, reproducible teaching aides, and a timeline of events leading up to the establishment of the award. Information about well-known awards is accompanied by information on the lesser known, Pura Belpr , Jane Addams, etc. Information is formatted in quick, easy-to-read tables and charts suitable for classroom duplication. Although some of this information is available online, this is a one stop ..

Here's a book to help students create cross-disciplinary projects by using materials they make themselves. From clays and dough, to compounds and crystals, to healthy treats and snacks, children can access the formulas and recipes to make them all This updated resource combines everything from the former two volumes into one comprehensive edition and features even more recipes, additional relevant content, and expanded connections between activities and curriculum. Every activity provides you with easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions. Each tried-and-true, safe concoction uses easily obtainable ingredients and provides suggestions for determining why and wh ..

This second volume delivers completely new recipes and activities that have all been kid-tested and teacher-approved. This second volume delivers completely new recipes and activities that have all been kid-tested and teacher-approved. From making volcanic rock candy and crystals to creating and using a quill pen, paper, and ink used in 1776, these activities make learning authentic and enjoyable. All projects use ingredients that are easy to find and processes that are up to date. Chapters feature: - Clays and Doughs - Paints - For the Bugs - Crystals - Invisible Inks - Candles - Dried Flowers - Recycled Paper and Paper Projects - Science Projects - Geology ..

This indispensable source pulls together hundreds of practical, easy recipes and formulas for classroom, library, and home projects. From paints and salt map mixtures to volcanic action formulas, these kid-tested projects make learning authentic and enjoyable. You've got to have it This indispensable source pulls together hundreds of practical, easy recipes and formulas for classroom projects. From paints and salt map mixtures to volcanic action formulas, these kid-tested projects make learning authentic and enjoyable. Some activities, such as candle making, hearken back to tradition and can be incorporated into history and social studies units. Others, such a ..