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Children's Literature Choice, 1999
School Library Journal
"Each experiment includes an activity goal, a
sensory note, and hints for success. All have been tested in classrooms
and most require only simple materials. These great ideas should be
welcomed by classroom teachers." more...
 Rated Outstanding
by Parent Council
BOOKWATCH Journal
"Well written and accurately illustrated, WATCH ME GROW is a must for elementary science and health teachers. Successful field testing
of the activities ensures that the experiments work." more..
Homeschool Network
"If you are following
your kid's lead and they are asking about how the body works, this book can help
provide activities to help explore and observe this subject." more...
KIDS Magazine
"The activities are designed (and pre-tested) to be fun and simple, and to promote
learning by engaging children in a process of self-discovery." more...
The Journal of Homeschooling
"This book contains 60 activities that teach kids about the muscular-skeletal
system and the scientific method." more...
NEA, National Education Association
"The best way to teach young children about health and safety is to make a
game of it." more...
Chicago Union Teacher
"(Michelle O'Brien-Palmer) is the author of SENSE-ABILITIES
and several teacher resource guides. She works with students,
teachers, and parents in field-testing the information she includes in
her books." more...
Publishers Weekly
"She (O'Brien-Palmer) includes songs celebrating health and safety, set
to familiar tunes, as well as snack recipes and exercise games." more...
PLAYS National Magazine
KIDS Magazine, February
"The activities are designed to be fun and simple, and to promote learning by
engaging children in a process of self-discovery."
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