Worms Eat Our Garbage: Classroom Activities for a Better Environment

Worms Eat Our Garbage: Classroom Activities for a Better Environment

Editorial Reviews
Gerri Faivre, Teacher East Wood School, Oyster Bay, New York
We had a Math/Science Expo at school and our work was much admired by all. Vermicompositing was a big hit!

Book Description
Three creative educators collaborated to produce this guide for classroom and home. Centered around a classrooom worm bin, this curriculum uses over 150 worm-related activities to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in children grades 4-8. Rich in content in "Wormformation" paragraphs integrates science, mathematics, language arts, biology, solid waste issues, ecology, and the environment in ways that draw children into the learning process. Three sections include "The World of Worms," "Worms at Work," and "Beyond the Bin." Includes 16 appendicies, resource materials, teacher's guidelines, bibliography, glossary, and index. User has permission to photocopy for use in the classrooom

Worms Eat Our Garbage: Classroom Activities for a Better Environment

Worms Eat Our Garbage: Classroom Activities for a Better Environment,Mary Appelhof,Mary Frances Fenton,Barbara Loss Harris,Flower Press,0942256050,Activity programs,Children: Grades 3-4,Earthworms,Education / Teaching,Environmental education,Recycling (Wastes, etc.),Study and teaching (Elementary),Teaching Methods & Materials - Science & Technology,NATURAL HISTORY, COUNTRY LIFE & PETS

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