Are You a Centipede? (Backyard Books)

SKU
075283
ISBN
9780753474921
Grade PK-K
Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
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Classical
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Unit Study
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Montessori (Discovery)
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Secular
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Christian/Religious
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Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
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Presentation
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Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
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High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
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Description
Publisher's Description of Are You a Centipede? (Backyard Books)

Did you know there are around 8,000 types of centipede in the world? The name "centipede" means 100 feet, although not every centipede has that many feet. And centipedes can't count anyway! Are You a Centipede? will give young children an inside look at the everyday life of this fascinating insect. They can find out why the female centipede is such a good mother, what happens when her eggs hatch, how centipedes can run very fast to catch insects and small spiders to eat, and what the difference is between a centipede and a millipede.

Category Description for Are You A ______?

These delightful nature stories introduce young children to backyard critters. Written in an engaging style, with a format that includes detailed illustrations, this series explores the life and characteristics of the insect; how it grows, the food it eats, and the dangers it might encounter. The back two pages of each book include more interesting facts about the insect. The next time kids explore their backyard, they will know a little more about the insects they find!

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Kingfisher
Grades:PK-K
ISBN:9780753474921
Length in Inches:8.25
Width in Inches:8.25
Height in Inches:0.125
Weight in Pounds:0.25
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