Talking to Fireflies, Shrinking the Moon

by Edward Duensing

Book Overview

Describes over 40 activities that allow a child (or an adult) to witness some of Earth's wonders. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555913105
• ISBN13: 9781555913106
• Release Date: March 1997
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 10 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 5 and higher

Customer Reviews

after reading I purchased copies for all my nature loving friends

Have you ever heard of hypnotizing a frog by rubbing its belly? What about staying under 20 degrees above the horizon when trying to observe fish because of the way they see from underwater? What an awesome book for those who want their children to appreciate and participate in nature. Lots of party tricks like attracting fireflies with a flashlight and attracting birds by making a kissing sound on the back of your hand. An easy read, broken into short chapters, that offer lots of opportunities to see nature in a new light.

Recommended for kids and adults

If you have kids that are elementary school age, I strongly recommend this book. It will really help get your kids (and you) in tune with nature. Many of the things to do in this book I've discovered as a child on my own exploring nature. I know first-hand that these activities really work, and they're fun! Many of the activities have you interacting with animals in their environment, where you trigger their natural behavior. You (and your kids) become the observer and scientist. In the end, it's a great tool for parents to build a strong bond with their children, as most of the activities can be guided by an adult.

A door into nature

If you or a child enjoy the outdoors, this book delivers real surprises. From only one chapter, my daughter spent hours this summer talking to fireflies with their light cues. This purchase was well worth it, and would be a great book to take on camping trips (or anywhere else you will be outside). Any book that makes a teenager forget about computer time or TV is a little miracle, and Duensing's book is a special find.

Take it from a nature teacher!

I teach nature to boys in a summer camp and have used this book more than any other in my reference library...the pages are almost worn out! It's perfect in the language it uses and the activities are always fun. I have never recommended a book before, but couldn't pass up the opportunity to share this amazing book with other educators.

A creative collection of nature activities and observations

An unusual collection of information and learning activities concerning the world of nature which should appeal to both children and adults. The collection includes in-depth descriptions of many unexpected mysteries underlying seemingly every day natural occurances. Reading this book and participating in the described activities changes the way these events are understood while increasing understanding and enjoyment of observation of and participation in natural events. Good for all ages.