Bugs, Bogs, Bats, and Books: Sharing Nature with Children Through Reading

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An educator and librarian shares her choices for the best nature books to help families bond Bringing a book along on a trip to the zoo, for a nighttime look at the stars, or on a walk in the forest can connect children to nature while inspiring discussion and questions. Teacher and pubic librarian Kathleen T. Isaacs spotlights recent informational picture books appropriate for children ages up to 10 that will help parents and caregivers encourage children's wonder and enthusiasm for nature. Themed chapters such as "At Home and in the Garden, " "Environments and Ecosystems, " "Plants, " "Insects and Spiders, " "Fossils and Extinct Animals, " "How the Earth Works, " and "The Mysterious Universe" identify picture books on nature-related subjects that kids love, while also offering supplemental science activities that adults and children can do together, such as a backyard bird count and things to look for at the zoo. The hundreds of picture books listed and annotated in this resource will enrich the joy and excitement of nature for readers of all ages.