Over and under the pond is an educational book about what types of creatures live in a ponds ecosystem. Jun 16, 2017 over and under the pond, by kate messner. Over and under the pond paperback january 1, 2017 by kate messner author, christopher silas neal illustrator. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. May 15, 2017 over and under the pond by kate messner.
But under the pond is a hidden world of minnows darting, beavers diving, tadpoles growing. Over and under the pond is an educational book about what types of creatures live in a pond s ecosystem. This 8issue series will roll out between spring 2019 and. In over and under the pond we follow a little boy and his mom as they row over the pond. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
As day turns to night, a boy and his mother take in the sights above and below their rowboat in this contemplative followup to over and under the snow and up in the garden and down in th. Celebrates the forms of life that live above and under a pond, including turtles, redwinged blackbirds, blue. As a young boy and his mother paddle across a pond, she describes the plants and animals that inhabit that world in, under, and around the water. This book is beautiful and the narrative has a circle of life feel that will be entertaining and very informative for a young reader. These and many other secrets are waiting to be discovered over and under the pond.
An entertaining and educational look at the beauty the ecosystem has to offer. It features poetic storytelling and retro illustrations that give the reader a peek at the underwater world. Discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem of a mountain pond. This one is a gentle moment between mother and son as they canoe over a pond full of quiet action. Over the pond, the water is a mirror, reflecting the sky. Reflection i think kate messners series of nonfiction picture books are wonderful. A book thats as deep and bountiful as the pond it plumbs, this profile of a rich, busy ecosystem will entrance all nature lovers. Paired with beautiful, bluetinted illustrations, this book is great for learning repetitive sentences, for learning animals, and for simply appreciating the. If youre looking for some additional reading to help you study pond life, dont miss my pond life book list. Over and under the pond book king county library system. In this book, readers will discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem of a mountain pond. Over and under the pond book charlotte mecklenburg.
This is another in the terrific series, including over and under the snow and up in the garden, down in the dirt, about what. Each over under pairing emphasizes both what the boy can see and what his mother knows about the natural world. In lyrical prose, a mom and her son explore the hidden world over and under the pond. End matter provides more information about pond ecosystems and the behavior of animals mentioned. National education association discover ways to engage readers and extend student learning after reading over and under the pond by. The story is told as a mom and son row a boat over the water while peeking at the world below. Over and under the pond nebraska overdrive libraries. Explore classroom activities, puzzles, teacher resources and enrichment pdfs for this book.
Also, while this printable pack was inspired by over and under the pond, weve been reading lots of other books about ponds recently. Click here to purchase over and under the pond affiliate link this post includes affiliate links. Mar 07, 2017 a book thats as deep and bountiful as the pond it plumbs, this profile of a rich, busy ecosystem will entrance all nature lovers. Over and under the pond with diy pond sensory bin book. But under the water is a hidden world of minnows darting, beavers diving, and tadpoles growing. Though the surface of the water seems calm, it is teeming with life, as a small black boy and his mother discover during an afternoon row. This is an awesome childrens book that teaches about the environment and about life in the pond. Feeling very grumpy when her pond dries up, duck stomps around under a gloomy cloud, until a change in the weather brightens everyones mood. Although it is pitched towards 58 yearolds, the simple language, narrative style, and sensory detail also make it an ideal introduction to natural history for younger children as well. Oct, 2017 over and under the pond by kate messner with art by christopher silas neal. Over and under the pond book douglas county libraries. These and many other secrets are waiting to be discoveredover and under the pond. Over and under the pond by jason chin, kate messner. In this gorgeous companion to the acclaimed over and under the snow and up in the garden and down in the dirt, kate messner and.
Over and under the pond is our first seasonal issue with our newly updated format, and the first issue of our pond collection. New picture books that develop emotional literacy cover image for see more. National education association discover ways to engage readers and extend student learning after reading over and under the pond by kate messner. Over and under the pond is a beautiful hardcover childrens book that unveils the animals found under the water in a pond. Mar 07, 2017 the authorillustrator team that brought readers into the garden and under the snow over and under the snow, 2011, etc. In over and under the pond, kate messner and silas neal capture this magic. In over and under the pond, author kate messners text is clear and informative as well as lyrical, with passages such as the waters a mirror, reflecting the sky, and a description of dragonfly larvae catching minnows in monsterfast jaws. Through the boys eyes, the reader discovers the plants and animals in this interconnected community. Over and under the pond written by kate messner and illustrated by christopher silas neal as a young boy and his mother paddle across a pond, she describes the plants and animals that inhabit that world in, under, and around the water. Over and under the pond is a nonfiction book with the light, poetic feel of a story.
Feb 06, 2017 over and under the pond by kate messner, illustrated by christopher silas neal. I thought a sensory bin activity would be perfect for pairing with this book for kiddos who dont have a pond to visit nearby or for days where the weather isnt cooperating for a. Over and under the pond by kate messner with art by christopher silas neal. Over and under the pond ebook picture book, nonfiction. The back matter provides an authors note about ecosystems and a more in depth look at each of the animals. Over and under the pond printables, classroom activities. In this book, readers will discover the plants and animals that. Over and under the pond is an informational text on the ecosystem of pond life. In over and under the pond, messner takes children on a leisurely afternoon boat ride that compares and contrasts what is happening on top of and below the water. The authorillustrator team that brought readers into the garden and under the snow over and under the snow, 2011, etc. Over and under the pond book hennepin county library. Over and under the pond by kate messner scholastic. Environment and ecology books for kids, nature books, childrens oceanography books, animal books for kids kindle edition by messner, kate, neal, christopher silas. Grumpy duck by joyce dunbar, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
There are fish, eels, crawdads, birdsnot to mention a boy and his mother. Over and under the pond by kate messner, 9781452145426, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Mar 03, 2017 in this book, readers will discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem of a mountain pond. Over and under the pond book jackson county library. Cant recommend any of the books in this collection enough.
Over and under the pond cuyahoga county public library. Environment and ecology books for kids, nature books, childrens oceanography books, animal books for kids hardcover picture book, march 7, 2017. Over and under the pond book chicago public library. What better sign of spring is there than the appearance of new life in a pond.
Celebrates the forms of life that live above and under a pond, including turtles, redwinged blackbirds, blue herons, minnows, frogs, and catfish. The length of the book is also important to the visuals to get a sense of equity when viewing over the pond and under the pond. Environment and ecology books for kids, nature books, childrens oceanography books, animal books for kids messner, kate. These secrets and many others are waiting to be discovered. Mar 07, 2017 over the pond, the water is a mirror, reflecting the sky.
They talk about life underwater and explore the water and its unique ecosystem. In this gorgeous companion to the acclaimed over and under. Pdf over and under the pond download full pdf book. Authors note ponds and other wetlands provide homes for plants and animals around the world. Aug 20, 2018 also, while this printable pack was inspired by over and under the pond, weve been reading lots of other books about ponds recently. Christopher silas neal celebrates the forms of life that live above and under a pond, including turtles, redwinged blackbirds, blue herons, minnows, frogs, and catfish. Under the pond, caddisfly larva makes a home in pebbles and sand, a beaver eats roots, tadpoles begin to transform into frogs.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading over and under the pond. Apr 23, 2017 over and under the pond is a nonfiction book with the light, poetic feel of a story. Over and under the pond describes a pond ecosystem in the adirondacks at twilight from the viewpoint of a young boy in a canoe. Over and under the pond by kate messner, christopher silas. The bumblebee queen book read aloud for children learning duration. In this gorgeous companion to the acclaimed over and under the snow and up in the garden and down in the dirt, kate messner and christopher silas neal bring to life a secret underwater world. A mother and son go out on a pond when the son starts asking questions and the mom starts telling him about the pond life. Each overunder pairing emphasizes both what the boy can see and what his mother knows about the natural world. This 8issue series will roll out between spring 2019 and summer 2020, one. Along the way, kids learn fascinating facts while absorbing the feel and beauty of the outdoor world. A gorgeous book and the latest in a beautiful series by messner and christopher silas neal. Over and under the pond deschutes public library overdrive. Over and under the pond by kate messner, illustrated by christopher silas neal.