Josh Gregory

Composting at School Josh Gregory

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Learn how to start and maintain a compost pile by following the story of two students who develop a plan to cut down on cafeteria waste at their school.--; Provided by publisher.; Grades 4 to 6. Brief Description: "Learn how to start and maintain a compost pile by following the story of two students who develop a plan to cut down on cafeteria waste at their school."--Publisher Marketing: In this book, students see the NextGen Science process at work in a real-world situation. Readers practice close reading as they look for clues that will lead to a deeper understanding of compost and how it works. The NextGen Science process pushes students to apply critical thinking as they learn new methods of exploration and build on concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and index, help students learn new vocabulary and locate information.