Lifetimes (Sharing Nature with Children)

Lifetimes by David Rice, illustrated by Michael S. Maydak

The Universe is our school, nature our teacher, and every species has a lesson for us. With delightful simplicity, Lifetimes introduces some of nature's longest, shortest and most unusual lifetimes. David Rice's "tell about it, think about it" questions for each lifetime are perfect for engaging a young person in a stimulating conversation. This is a favorite book for children and teachers alike.

Make sure to check out the Teacher's Guide for this book (sold separately - Lifetimes Teacher's Guide)! It is an excellent resource!

NOTE: This book is out-of-print and is hard-to-find. Get your copy before it's gone for good!

Curriculum Components:

• Time-Line Comparisons
• Life Cycles
• Animal/Plant Life
• Positive Values

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 32
• Book Size: 10-1/2" x 9"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 4-12
• ISBN 10: 1883220699
• ISBN 13: 978-1883220594

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition.

Awards:

• Winner of the 1997 Learning Magazine Teacher's Choice Award

"...The book, Lifetimes, won the Learning Magazine Teacher's Choice Award. Once you open the book, it doesn't take you long to discover how and why this award came into being. This is a great book and combined with the Teacher's Guide, becomes an excellent teaching resource for all children grades 4-6..." - Education Clearinghouse (December 2002)

Why We Love It

This book teaches, but it also goes right to the heart. Michael Maydak's dramatic illustrations and Rice's thoughtful approach make Lifetimes a uniquely engaging way to appreciate nature and consider the fundamentals of life at the same time.