Author: Jane Bull
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744088925
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Discover key scientific concepts with more than 20 fun and simple home craft projects to try Little crafters will become little scientists as they explore, experiment, make, and create their way through every STEAM project. This hands-on crafty science book introduces inquisitive children to the wonders of science through craft projects with everyday objects. Award winning author Jane Bull combines artsy, craft, and cooking activities with solid scientific learning, showing children that science, technology, engineering, art, and math are all around us-and in everything we make and do! This book contains more than 20 fun-filled projects, each accompanied by a "What's the science?" section explaining how it works. Children can learn how to make a toy raft and discover what makes their boat float, or how to create an ice sculpture and learn about the changing states of solids and liquids. With The Simple Science Activity Book, difficult concepts like buoyancy, gravity, and aerodynamics become meaningful and accessible to young children through play. They'll discover the world around them like they have never seen it before!
Fun Inside: Activity Book for Seniors
Author: Diane Hamele-Bena
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781099492167
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
As a physician educator and eldercare advocate, I am passionate about enhancing the quality of life for our seniors. I created this book based on years of experience, and customized the activities to be meaningful and relevant to the generation of our seniors today. If you are looking for an easy activities book for a senior with mild cognitive impairment, I encourage you to consider Fun Inside: Activity Book for Seniors. This book includes a variety of relatively simple activities in EASY TO READ, LARGE PRINT, including *CROSSWORD PUZZLES*FIND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PICTURES*WORD SEARCHES (words only across and down) *FINISH THE DRAWINGS*MATCH THE DRAWINGS*COLORINGSome of the activities are designed to spark conversation, for example, "Draw Something You Don't Like." Others are intended to promote critical thinking, and for seniors with mild cognitive decline, all of the activities are intended to be mentally stimulating, but easy enough to solve. Please see the previews of some of the inside pages to assess whether the level of difficulty will suit your needs.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781099492167
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
As a physician educator and eldercare advocate, I am passionate about enhancing the quality of life for our seniors. I created this book based on years of experience, and customized the activities to be meaningful and relevant to the generation of our seniors today. If you are looking for an easy activities book for a senior with mild cognitive impairment, I encourage you to consider Fun Inside: Activity Book for Seniors. This book includes a variety of relatively simple activities in EASY TO READ, LARGE PRINT, including *CROSSWORD PUZZLES*FIND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PICTURES*WORD SEARCHES (words only across and down) *FINISH THE DRAWINGS*MATCH THE DRAWINGS*COLORINGSome of the activities are designed to spark conversation, for example, "Draw Something You Don't Like." Others are intended to promote critical thinking, and for seniors with mild cognitive decline, all of the activities are intended to be mentally stimulating, but easy enough to solve. Please see the previews of some of the inside pages to assess whether the level of difficulty will suit your needs.
Large Print Activity Book For Seniors
Author: Nzactivity Publisher
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Hours of fun with this large print activity book for seniors. More than 90 activities 8.5 x 11-inch Paperback Large-Print Fonts Makes a great Christmas, Birthday, Independence Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Labor Day, Mother's or Father's Day gift
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Hours of fun with this large print activity book for seniors. More than 90 activities 8.5 x 11-inch Paperback Large-Print Fonts Makes a great Christmas, Birthday, Independence Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Labor Day, Mother's or Father's Day gift
The Expressive Arts Activity Book, 2nd edition
Author: Wende Heath
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787754367
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
This resource comprises a collection of accessible, flexible, tried-and-tested activities for use with people in a range of care and therapy settings, to help them explore their knowledge of themselves and to make sense of their experiences. Among the issues addressed by the activities are exploring physical changes, emotional trauma, interpersonal problems and spiritual dilemmas. Designed with simple and inexpensive art tools in mind for individual and group activities of varying difficulty, it also includes real-life anecdotes that bring the techniques to life. This new edition contains extra activities and resources to promote the continuing wellness of patients and clients outside of therapy settings. This new edition of the Expressive Arts Activity Book is full of fun, easy, creative ideas for workers in hospitals, clinics, schools, hospices, spiritual and religious settings, and in private practice.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787754367
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
This resource comprises a collection of accessible, flexible, tried-and-tested activities for use with people in a range of care and therapy settings, to help them explore their knowledge of themselves and to make sense of their experiences. Among the issues addressed by the activities are exploring physical changes, emotional trauma, interpersonal problems and spiritual dilemmas. Designed with simple and inexpensive art tools in mind for individual and group activities of varying difficulty, it also includes real-life anecdotes that bring the techniques to life. This new edition contains extra activities and resources to promote the continuing wellness of patients and clients outside of therapy settings. This new edition of the Expressive Arts Activity Book is full of fun, easy, creative ideas for workers in hospitals, clinics, schools, hospices, spiritual and religious settings, and in private practice.
The Simple Science Activity Book
Author: Jane Bull
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744088925
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Discover key scientific concepts with more than 20 fun and simple home craft projects to try Little crafters will become little scientists as they explore, experiment, make, and create their way through every STEAM project. This hands-on crafty science book introduces inquisitive children to the wonders of science through craft projects with everyday objects. Award winning author Jane Bull combines artsy, craft, and cooking activities with solid scientific learning, showing children that science, technology, engineering, art, and math are all around us-and in everything we make and do! This book contains more than 20 fun-filled projects, each accompanied by a "What's the science?" section explaining how it works. Children can learn how to make a toy raft and discover what makes their boat float, or how to create an ice sculpture and learn about the changing states of solids and liquids. With The Simple Science Activity Book, difficult concepts like buoyancy, gravity, and aerodynamics become meaningful and accessible to young children through play. They'll discover the world around them like they have never seen it before!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744088925
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Discover key scientific concepts with more than 20 fun and simple home craft projects to try Little crafters will become little scientists as they explore, experiment, make, and create their way through every STEAM project. This hands-on crafty science book introduces inquisitive children to the wonders of science through craft projects with everyday objects. Award winning author Jane Bull combines artsy, craft, and cooking activities with solid scientific learning, showing children that science, technology, engineering, art, and math are all around us-and in everything we make and do! This book contains more than 20 fun-filled projects, each accompanied by a "What's the science?" section explaining how it works. Children can learn how to make a toy raft and discover what makes their boat float, or how to create an ice sculpture and learn about the changing states of solids and liquids. With The Simple Science Activity Book, difficult concepts like buoyancy, gravity, and aerodynamics become meaningful and accessible to young children through play. They'll discover the world around them like they have never seen it before!
The Multi-Sensory Reminiscence Activity Book
Author: Sophie Jopling
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1784505218
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
With a key theme for every week of the year, this resource contains extended multi-sensory reminiscence group session plans for older adults. Written by experienced occupational therapists, it provides detailed session plans for running successful and therapeutically-valuable activities within group sessions, from remembering school days to celebrating the natural wonders of the British Isles. Each plan has been developed to be suitable for people with a variety of abilities, including for those with dementia, and help to support memory, sensory function, confidence, communication, connection, as well as overall physical and emotional wellbeing. Activities range from cognitive activities such as word games, food tasting, music and poetry to group discussions. Session plans are accompanied by downloadable colour photographs and word cards to be used as tools for discussion.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1784505218
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
With a key theme for every week of the year, this resource contains extended multi-sensory reminiscence group session plans for older adults. Written by experienced occupational therapists, it provides detailed session plans for running successful and therapeutically-valuable activities within group sessions, from remembering school days to celebrating the natural wonders of the British Isles. Each plan has been developed to be suitable for people with a variety of abilities, including for those with dementia, and help to support memory, sensory function, confidence, communication, connection, as well as overall physical and emotional wellbeing. Activities range from cognitive activities such as word games, food tasting, music and poetry to group discussions. Session plans are accompanied by downloadable colour photographs and word cards to be used as tools for discussion.
Activity Book
Author:
Publisher: Amity University Press
ISBN: 9788180110078
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Publisher: Amity University Press
ISBN: 9788180110078
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
The Memory Activity Book
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593961765
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Slow and delay the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, from memory loss to disorientation, with this practical activity book. Using step-by-step ideas designed to stimulate and entertain, dementia care specialist Helen Lambert explains how engaging in a variety of simple activities can benefit different parts of the brain and help to keep your mind fitter for longer. What's more, everyone can join in: each activity contains hints and tips that not only show you how to do it, but also include ways to adapt the various physical exercises, games, and craft projects for different abilities, or to include family and friends. Whether your interests are in music, art, gaming, or gardening, The Memory Activity Book has activities to suit, as well as ideas to inspire anyone looking for guidance on how best to interact with people affected by memory issues, Alzheimer's, or other forms of dementia. Whatever your involvement - friend, relative, partner, or patient - The Memory Activity Book offers a valuable resource for everyone living with dementia.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593961765
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Slow and delay the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, from memory loss to disorientation, with this practical activity book. Using step-by-step ideas designed to stimulate and entertain, dementia care specialist Helen Lambert explains how engaging in a variety of simple activities can benefit different parts of the brain and help to keep your mind fitter for longer. What's more, everyone can join in: each activity contains hints and tips that not only show you how to do it, but also include ways to adapt the various physical exercises, games, and craft projects for different abilities, or to include family and friends. Whether your interests are in music, art, gaming, or gardening, The Memory Activity Book has activities to suit, as well as ideas to inspire anyone looking for guidance on how best to interact with people affected by memory issues, Alzheimer's, or other forms of dementia. Whatever your involvement - friend, relative, partner, or patient - The Memory Activity Book offers a valuable resource for everyone living with dementia.
The Unplugged Family Activity Book
Author: Rachel Jepson Wolf
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1631598678
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Get ready for kid-approved ideas that celebrate the great outdoors year round! Whether you’re building forts or making fresh cider, there’s something for every kid and every season. What might unfold if we put away our devices for an hour, a day, or even longer? What adventures await, when we press pause on technology? The Unplugged Family Activity Book invites you and your loved ones to connect, create, and celebrate all year long. With more than 50 projects, crafts, and recipes, plus ideas for seasonal celebrations to share with family and friends, there’s fun to be had, all through the year. Host a springtime tea party, where you’ll nibble shortbread cookies and make a mossy teacup fairy garden. Or gather with friends for a summer potluck party. Blow giant bubbles, race leaf-and-bark boats, or camp out in your own backyard. In the fall, enjoy a harvest party with your friends! Create a fall leaf rainbow, sip mulled cider, and bake bread over a campfire. When winter comes, celebrate the longest night of the year with twinkling ice lanterns. Try your hand at candle dipping and pen your wishes for the coming year. You’ll find instruction and recipes for: Candied violets Herbal first aid balm Rose petal tea Infused honey Homemade ice cream Summer flower bunting Homemade dragonfly wings Felted acorn necklaces Autumn gratitude tree Decorative lanterns Baked apples Winter stargazing Maple lollipops Dried citrus garland Plus dozens more crafts, projects, and recipes! In The Unplugged Family Activity Book, you’ll fall in love with every season—wherever you call home. So grab your family and friends, and get ready for an adventure that will last all through the year!
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1631598678
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Get ready for kid-approved ideas that celebrate the great outdoors year round! Whether you’re building forts or making fresh cider, there’s something for every kid and every season. What might unfold if we put away our devices for an hour, a day, or even longer? What adventures await, when we press pause on technology? The Unplugged Family Activity Book invites you and your loved ones to connect, create, and celebrate all year long. With more than 50 projects, crafts, and recipes, plus ideas for seasonal celebrations to share with family and friends, there’s fun to be had, all through the year. Host a springtime tea party, where you’ll nibble shortbread cookies and make a mossy teacup fairy garden. Or gather with friends for a summer potluck party. Blow giant bubbles, race leaf-and-bark boats, or camp out in your own backyard. In the fall, enjoy a harvest party with your friends! Create a fall leaf rainbow, sip mulled cider, and bake bread over a campfire. When winter comes, celebrate the longest night of the year with twinkling ice lanterns. Try your hand at candle dipping and pen your wishes for the coming year. You’ll find instruction and recipes for: Candied violets Herbal first aid balm Rose petal tea Infused honey Homemade ice cream Summer flower bunting Homemade dragonfly wings Felted acorn necklaces Autumn gratitude tree Decorative lanterns Baked apples Winter stargazing Maple lollipops Dried citrus garland Plus dozens more crafts, projects, and recipes! In The Unplugged Family Activity Book, you’ll fall in love with every season—wherever you call home. So grab your family and friends, and get ready for an adventure that will last all through the year!
The Big Book of Ready-to-go Writing Lessons
Author: Marcia Miller
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 9780439077477
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Help students gain writing confidence with this comprehensive collection of easy, super-engaging lessons that invite them to describe a dream, write a mystery story, create a movie review, compose a business letter, and so many more! Everything you need is here: Complete how-to's, quick mini-lessons, pre-writing graphic organizers, and reproducible assessment forms. A great way to prepare kids to shine on the standardized tests! For use with Grades 3-6.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 9780439077477
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Help students gain writing confidence with this comprehensive collection of easy, super-engaging lessons that invite them to describe a dream, write a mystery story, create a movie review, compose a business letter, and so many more! Everything you need is here: Complete how-to's, quick mini-lessons, pre-writing graphic organizers, and reproducible assessment forms. A great way to prepare kids to shine on the standardized tests! For use with Grades 3-6.
Boost Your STEAM Program with Great Literature and Activities
Author: Liz Knowles
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440862516
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
You've created a STEAM program in your library, but how do you work literacy into the curriculum? With this collection of resource recommendations, direction for program development, and activities, you'll have students reading proficiently in no time. Many schools and libraries are implementing STEAM programs in the school library makerspace to promote problem solving by allowing students to create their own solutions to a problem through trial and error. In order to enhance literacy development in the STEAM program, however, they need resources for integrating literature into the curriculum. In this collection of resources for doing just that, veteran education professionals and practiced coauthors Liz Knowles and Martha Smith bring readers over eight hundred recommended and annotated books and web resources, selected based on research on successfully integrating STEAM and literacy programs and organized by the five STEAM areas. Titles are complemented by discussion questions and problem-solving activities that will aid educators in both adding and using the best literature to their STEAM programs for encouraging learning. In addition to promoting literacy, these resources will help to develop creativity, lateral thinking skills, and confidence in students.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440862516
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
You've created a STEAM program in your library, but how do you work literacy into the curriculum? With this collection of resource recommendations, direction for program development, and activities, you'll have students reading proficiently in no time. Many schools and libraries are implementing STEAM programs in the school library makerspace to promote problem solving by allowing students to create their own solutions to a problem through trial and error. In order to enhance literacy development in the STEAM program, however, they need resources for integrating literature into the curriculum. In this collection of resources for doing just that, veteran education professionals and practiced coauthors Liz Knowles and Martha Smith bring readers over eight hundred recommended and annotated books and web resources, selected based on research on successfully integrating STEAM and literacy programs and organized by the five STEAM areas. Titles are complemented by discussion questions and problem-solving activities that will aid educators in both adding and using the best literature to their STEAM programs for encouraging learning. In addition to promoting literacy, these resources will help to develop creativity, lateral thinking skills, and confidence in students.