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Handbook of Nature Study Paperback – July 3, 1986

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A matchless handbook for decades, this classic work has been the natural history bible for countless teachers and others who seek information about their environment. Written originally for those elementary school teachers who knew little of common plants and animals, and even less about the earth beneath their feet and the skies overhead, this book is for the most part as valid and helpful today as it was when first written in 1911―and revised in the spirit of its authors by a group of naturalists in 1939. After all, dandelions, toads, robins, and constellations have changed little since then! And modern society's concern with the quality of life and the impact of people on soil, water, and wildlife makes this book even more relevant. Nature-study, as used in this handbook, encompasses all living things except humans, as well as all nonliving things such as rocks and minerals, the heavens, and weather. Of the living things described, most are common in the northeastern states, and many, such as the dandelion, milkweed, and mullein, and the house mouse, muskrat, and red fox, are so widespread that people living outside the United States will recognize them easily.

Anna Botsford Comstock very appropriately took the view that we should know first and best the things closest to us. Only then, when we have an intimate knowledge of our neighbors, should we, journey farther afield to learn about more distant things. Teachers and children will find the material in this book invaluable in that regard. Details of the most common, but in some ways the most interesting, things are brought out, first by careful, nontechnical descriptions of the things themselves and later by thoughtful questions and study units. Because the most common things are treated in greatest detail, materials for study are easy to find. Whether the reader lives in the inner city or in the rural outback, the handbook is a treasure trove of information. A teacher does not need to know much about nature to use this handbook. The information is there for the novice and the expert alike. All that is needed is an inquiring mind, senses to observe, and a willingness to think about nature on a personal level. To enter this book in search of information about any common organism, stone, or object in the sky is to open the door to a fresh and lively acquaintance with one's environment.

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  1. Print length
    887 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Comstock Publishing Associates
  4. Publication date
    July 3, 1986
  5. Reading age
    18 years and up
  6. Dimensions
    6.12 x 2.19 x 9.25 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    9780801493843
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0801493843
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Did you know that this classic was still in print? Focused on the northeast U.S., this book describes a wonderful diversity of basic natural history.

― Ecology

Quality field guides will enrich your nature encounters. A comprehensive resource is Anna Botsford Comstock's Handbook of Nature Study.

-- Malinda S. Zellman ― Bay Area Parent

Although many readers in the chemical, biological and physical disciplines will profit by the publication of this book, I feel that biologists stand to gain the most. For most biological scientists this book will open up a new scientific world... Chemists, physical chemists and chemical physicists who are considering entering the biological field will also find the book helpful because of the large amount of biological data and the large number of applications to biological processes reviewed. Highly recommended! ―The Quarterly Review of Biology



Where else but in this 3-lb., 900-page paperback can students find so many answers to their endless questions - about animals, plants, rocks and minerals, climate and weather, and about the skies at night - that is, about one's environment? No other natural history handbook has been as popular with grade school, high school, and college students. First appearing in 1911, it has been republished dozens of times, for the most part with little change other than updating. ―Science Books and Films

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'A matchless handbook for decades, this classic has been the natural history bible of countless teachers and others who seek information about their natural environment. Written originally for those elementary school teachers who knew little of common plants and animals, and even less about earth beneath their feel and the skies overhead, this book is for the most part as valid and helpful to day as it was when first written in 1911.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0801493846
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Comstock Publishing Associates; 1st edition (July 3, 1986)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 887 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780801493843
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0801493843
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.12 x 2.19 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 862 ratings

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As many other Charlotte Mason homeschoolers this hefty book is part of the Ambleside Online recommended reading list. My review is based on thumbing through, as I haven’t actually used it yet. I have included table of contents pictures as I’m always curious of what’s inside before I purchase. I have also included a sample of the authors writing style. Most topics include a list of questions at the end (titled observations) that seem helpful for engaging children. This book seems great for diving into isolated nature topics and I’m excited to learn alongside my children.
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Paige Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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Awesome to have on hand for homeschool nature study. Easy to navigate, informative - A must have in the homeschool family home library!
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A.Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars So helpful for nature study!
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2023
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This is a highly recommended book for homeschool nature study and after purchasing for our school year, I can see why! I love that I can look in the index for what we are studying and read a short passage about it before heading outdoors.
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ladonna
5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide for curious minds to learn more about the natural world.
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2023
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This is a great book to guide any group through Nature Study! It is not, as some negative comments reveal, an all-inclusive book of every species or occurrence. But it is a great to guide curious minds to learn more about the natural world around us all! I got the version with the black cover and orange butterfly. It is very well printed. It is black and white and met with my expectations.
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KB
5.0 out of 5 stars Glad I purchased
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2022
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As many other Charlotte Mason homeschoolers this hefty book is part of the Ambleside Online recommended reading list. My review is based on thumbing through, as I haven’t actually used it yet. I have included table of contents pictures as I’m always curious of what’s inside before I purchase. I have also included a sample of the authors writing style. Most topics include a list of questions at the end (titled observations) that seem helpful for engaging children. This book seems great for diving into isolated nature topics and I’m excited to learn alongside my children.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Glad I purchased
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2022
As many other Charlotte Mason homeschoolers this hefty book is part of the Ambleside Online recommended reading list. My review is based on thumbing through, as I haven’t actually used it yet. I have included table of contents pictures as I’m always curious of what’s inside before I purchase. I have also included a sample of the authors writing style. Most topics include a list of questions at the end (titled observations) that seem helpful for engaging children. This book seems great for diving into isolated nature topics and I’m excited to learn alongside my children.
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Michal Christian-Land
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Product
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024
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Appreciate the book's condition, 'very good' indeed.
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Amelia Kimberly Kotlowski
5.0 out of 5 stars Homeschoolers dream
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2023
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Fantastic book with a plethora of knowledge. I just wish the pictures were in color, instead of black and white.
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Shari
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful resource
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2023
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The content is amazing but the photographs are terrible (small, blurry and black and white).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive
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Basic and helpful
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BigMomma
5.0 out of 5 stars Every home library should have this book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 21, 2023
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Great for reading with children and encouraging a live for the outdoors.
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Cliente
5.0 out of 5 stars RECOMENDABLE
Reviewed in Mexico on February 18, 2021
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TIENE UNA LECTURA CARGADA DE ANECDOTA. RECOMENDABLE
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Andra Fodor
3.0 out of 5 stars Buen libro, malas imágenes
Reviewed in Spain on May 17, 2022
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El libro aporta mucha información, pero las imágenes (en blanco y negro) están borrosas. Para tenerlas mal, preferiría que no estuvieran y quitar así páginas. O sustituirlas por mejores fotos.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Guide parfait
Reviewed in Canada on August 14, 2020
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Un livre de référence très complet. Avec aussi des leçons.
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Mae
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing reference
Reviewed in Canada on April 28, 2018
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This is so much thicker than I thought it would be. It has so much information in it, and is presented in a way that even a child can use it.
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