Citizen Scientist: Studying Birds
Citizen Scientist: Studying Birds by Izzi Howell, published by Hachette Children’s Group on October 8, 2020, is a 32-page exploration into the world of avian observation and scientific research. This book invites readers to investigate various aspects of birds, including their habitats, migration patterns, and nesting behaviors, through engaging, step-by-step experiments. It emphasizes the importance of data collection and encourages readers to contribute to the scientific community as citizen scientists.
In this edition, readers will find a structured approach to scientific investigation tailored for KS2 students aged 9 and above. The book presents tasks that align with key curriculum topics and includes projects that contribute to larger public surveys in both the US and the UK. Additionally, it guides readers on how to effectively present their findings using graphs and infographics, while linking these activities to broader environmental and scientific contexts. This resource aims to inspire young learners to engage with their local environments and make informed, positive changes.
Official synopsis Publisher
There’s nothing greater than collecting data!Investigate the world of birds through observation and scientific research. Study habitats, migration, nesting and much more through step-by-step experiments, and contribute to the scientific community by sharing your collected data as a citizen scientist. Citizen Scientist presents and extends key curriculum topics through data collection tasks and simple researchprojects, some of which form part of larger public surveys in the US and the UK. Readers will be guided on how to present their findings using graphs and other infographic devices. This series will also draw links between these projects and the wider environmental and scientific context, inspiring readers to engage with their local area andmake positive changes. This series is the perfect introduction to scientific investigation for KS2 students aged 9+.
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