The Nature Activity Book: 99 Ideas for Activities in the Natural World of Aotearoa New Zealand

By Rachel Haydon, illustrated by Pippa Keel

Publication: August 2020
Pages: 176
Format: Limpbound
ISBN: 978-0-9951136-8-8

RRP: $35

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From experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness, this appealing, activity-packed book stimulates curious minds and encourages children to relate to the natural world around them. Written by an expert museum educator, its beautifully illustrated pages develop budding research skills, awareness of the environment, and understanding of the natural world.

All sorts of learning styles are recognised here, with each activity being open to children who like to draw and those who like to write. The book’s journal-like format and activities that range across the seasons make it a long-term and much treasured companion.

Mātauranga Māori concepts and the themes present in Te Papa’s award-winning Te Taiao | Nature natural history galleries are an integral part of the content.

Review highlights

• New Zealand Poetry Box, by Paula Green. “The Nature Activity Book is exquisitely written, beautifully illustrated and lovingly crafted. It is a book that opens our understanding of and relations with the natural world.”

• NZ Booklovers, by Andrea Molloy. “From conservation to experiments, mindfulness and observation, this activity book is guaranteed to stimulate curious minds.”

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Publication: August 2020
Pages: 176
Format: Limpbound
ISBN: 978-0-9951136-8-8

RRP: $35
Buy The Nature Activity Book