{"product_id":"the-book-of-nature-connection-9780865719712","title":"The Book of Nature Connection","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Book of Nature Connection \u003c\/em\u003eis packed with fun activities for using our senses to connect to nature in a deep and nourishing way. From \"extenda-ears\" and acorn whistles to camouflage games and scent scavenger hunts, enjoy over 70 diverse and incredible sensory nature activities for all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Jacob Rodenburg's wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm for nature make this a great resource for anyone wishing to stimulate children's connections with the natural world. The activities and games in the book are easy to replicate and it will be a boon to educators.\"\u003cbr\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003ePaul Elliott\u003c\/strong\u003e, professor, Trent School of Education, co-chair, Environmental and Sustainability Education in Teacher Education\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"What an incredibly handy and useful book! \"\u003cbr\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Sobel\u003c\/strong\u003e, environmental education leader, author, \u003cem\u003eBeyond Ecophobia: Reclaiming the Heart in Nature Education\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This is a wonderful resource for those who love to wander and learn from nature and for those who are novices at exploring the natural world! Jacob has revisioned some tried and true immersion experiences with a new twist. Flip to any page, read, and go outside for a new and refreshing way to experience wonder.\"\u003cbr\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eJennifer Seydel\u003c\/strong\u003e, executive director, Green Schools National Network\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jacob Rodenburg has crafted a must-read guide full of important information on how to reconnect with nature through practicing mindfulness and sensory activities. This is a great choice for anyone looking to unplug from our hectic, technology-dominated lives and be immersed in nature to reap the benefits!\"\u003cbr\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eAly Hyder Ali\u003c\/strong\u003e, urban nature organizer, Nature Canada\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This beautiful compendium of nature activities is an essential bedside and backpack read for all educators—not just us nature nuts. Whether seeking future inspiration, or something to engage the group arriving in 15 minutes(!), this book provides an opportunity to grab and go or a deep dive. The best antidote to sensory anesthesia is to spend a day exploring your \"neighbourwood\" with Jacob. The second best is to explore his low-prop, high-impact activities, well-bundled to engage all the senses, including your sense of wonder!\"\u003cbr\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eKaren O'Krafka\u003c\/strong\u003e, president, Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our Senses \u003cbr\u003e Steve Van Matre\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness and Nature\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Sound Catchers\u003cbr\u003e Learning from Bats\u003cbr\u003e Listening to Other Animals and Trees \u003cbr\u003e Stalking Games\u003cbr\u003e Nature Music\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeing Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our Visual System\u003cbr\u003e Seasonal Colors\u003cbr\u003e Camouflaged Animals\/Countershading\u003cbr\u003e Camouflaged Eggs\u003cbr\u003e Nature Sculpting\u003cbr\u003e Shapes in Nature\u003cbr\u003e Seasonal Sight Activities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe World of Smell\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eOur Olfactory System\u003cbr\u003e Aromatherapy\u003cbr\u003e Phermonia\u003cbr\u003e Seasonal Smell Activities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe World of Touch\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eOur Somatosensory System\u003cbr\u003e Blindfold Activities\u003cbr\u003e Connecting to Earth\u003cbr\u003e Connecting to Trees\u003cbr\u003e Other Touch Activities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting the World\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Edible Wild\u003cbr\u003e Tastes of the Season\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGratitude for Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Walks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Forest Walks\u003cbr\u003e City Park Walks\u003cbr\u003e Backyard\/Confined Spaces Activities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Senses\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSense of Direction\u003cbr\u003e Synesthesia\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex of Activities\u003cbr\u003e Index\u003cbr\u003e About the Author\u003cbr\u003e About the Publisher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Society Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48884846428503,"sku":"9780865719712","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780865719712.jpg?v=1722533731","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-book-of-nature-connection-9780865719712","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}