Night Science for Kids: Exploring the World After Dark

by Terry Krautwurst

Kids will want to grab a flashlight and start discovering the night world with the help of this safety-minded, abundantly illustrated and exciting combination of nature guide and fun activity book. Staying up late is just part of the fun, because children will also find the answers to many of the most intriguing Why is the nighttime dark? Why does the length of the night change with the seasons? Why is darkness important to plant and animal life? Youngsters will meet fascinating nocturnal creatures, build a bat house, and begin to recognize different owl hoots. The stars will beckon as kids learn how to read the night sky, recognize constellations, and understand how Earth fits into the big picture. And these new night explorers can construct a camouflage blind, and garden by moonlight, too. Plenty of parent-friendly safety considerations are included.

Genres: Nonfiction, Animals, Childrens

144 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Dhanya Jothimani · Rating 3 out of 5]

A neat book with interesting facts on nocturnal birds and animals, and night sky. Loads of activities to keep kids (or everyone adults) engaged during summer for night life exploration.

[Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Had some interesting ideas for some easy night time adventuring. Had several projects I thought might be useful for my summer reading program; not just for the younger crowd but that teens might have some fun with as well.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really neat book, intended for grade school kids who have a serious interest in science. Alot of interesting science and nature activities to do at night.

[Susan Mazur Stommen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am planning to go 'sugaring' for moths sometime soon!