Susan Edwards Richmond approfondisce la storia della Comunità Shaker di Harvard, un tema che l'ha ispirata durante il suo periodo come poetessa residente presso il Fruitlands Museum. Il suo lavoro esplora spesso l'intersezione tra arte e natura, evidente nei suoi contributi alla rivista Wild Apples. Richmond, che insegna scrittura alla Clark University, indaga temi che si intrecciano nella storia e nell'esperienza umana con uno stile distintivo e sensibile. La sua poesia, pubblicata in numerose riviste, invita i lettori a riflettere sul mondo che li circonda.
The story follows a young girl and her mother as they engage in the Christmas Bird Count, joining a team of citizen scientists to document local bird species across various habitats. Through their adventure, readers learn about the significance of birding and the role this annual event plays in conservation efforts. The narrative combines excitement with educational elements, making it an enriching experience for young nature enthusiasts.
The story follows a young boy and his cousin as they engage in a friendly competition to discover and identify the most unique species during a biodiversity count at a local park. Their adventure highlights themes of nature exploration, curiosity, and the joy of learning about the environment.
Preschoolers are introduced to core science concepts with this playful format featuring 20 hands-on activities that use everyday household materials, including a vinegar volcano, a hula hoop count, and a kitchen sink or swim experiment.