The Beach Activity Book: 99 Ideas for Activities by the Water around Aotearoa New Zealand
An engaging activity book for young New Zealanders and their families.
Rachel Haydon
Rachel Haydon is a qualified primary school teacher and scientist with a zoology Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s in marine science. She has more than 18 years’ experience of teaching science to children of all ages in schools, museums, zoos, and aquariums around the world. She is the General Manager of the National Aquarium of New Zealand. Rachel is the author of the Nature Activity Book (Te Papa Press) and Kaewa the Kororā (Massey University Press). She is dedicated to motivating children of all ages to get outside and explore, connect with nature and have the best chance to protect the natural world and all that lives within it.
Rachel Haydon
Books
The Nature Activity Book: 99 Ideas for Activities in the Natural World of Aotearoa New Zealand
From experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness, this activity-packed book stimulates curious minds. It encourages children to relate to the natural world and develop budding research skills.
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