Picture Books and Primary Sources: Christmas Bird Count
The Christmas Bird Count, originally the Christmas Bird Census, is the longest-running citizen science project in the world. In 1900, Frank Chapman, an ornithologist at the American Museum of Natural History, put forth a call in the December issue of his magazine, Bird Lore: instead of the traditional Christmas 'Side Hunts' (where two teams competed to see who could indiscriminately shoot the most game), why not count the birds instead?
Books to Celebrate Earth Day
Earth Day is this Friday, April 22, and picture book read-alouds are a great way to celebrate with preschool and elementary-aged...
