Henry David Thoreau for Kids: His Life and Ideas, with 21 Activities

By: Corinne Smith

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Synopsis: Hands-on nature activities for the budding transcendentalist Author and naturalist Henry David Thoreau is best known for living two years along the shores of Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts. He is also known for spending a night in jail for nonpayment of taxes, which he discussed in the influential essay "Civil Disobedience." More than 150 years later, people are still inspired by his thoughtful words about individual rights, social justice, and nature. His detailed plant observations have even proven to be a useful record for 21st-century botanists. Henry David Thoreau for Kids chronicles the short but influential life of this remarkable thinker. In addition to learning about Thoreau's contributions to our culture, young readers will participate in engaging, hands-on projects that bring his ideas to life. Activities include building a model of the Walden cabin, keeping a daily journal, planting a garden, baking trail-bread cakes, going on a half-day hike, and starting a rock collection. The book also includes a time line and list of resources--books, websites, and places to visit--which offer even more opportunities to connect with this fascinating man.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781613731499
Related ISBNs:: 9781613731468
Publisher:: Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
Date of Addition:: 02/13/18
Copyrighted By:: Corinne Smith
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Children's Books, Nonfiction, Science, Biographies and Memoirs
Grade Levels:: Fourth grade
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.