Handbook of nature-study for teachers and parents : $b Based on the Cornell nature-study leaflets, with much additional material and many new illustrations

A practical guide for teachers and parents, this handbook springs from the Cornell nature‑study programme that grew out of early‑20th‑century efforts to revive New York’s agriculture. It explains how simple, hands‑on observation of local plants, insects and soils can become a powerful antidote to the disconnection many children feel from the land. By weaving together the original Cornell leaflets with fresh material and vivid new illustrations, the book offers a clear, historically grounded rationale for bringing nature into everyday learning.

Inside, readers find step‑by‑step activities that can be carried out in classrooms, gardens or even city backyards. Detailed sketches accompany lessons on identifying species, tracking seasonal changes, and understanding basic farm ecology. The tone remains supportive and encouraging, giving adults the confidence to spark curiosity, nurture careful observation, and foster a lasting appreciation for the natural world in the next generation.