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Jason Chin
Jason Chin
Jason Chin writes and illustrates nonfiction on themes from the natural world. Through extensive research, usually including visiting new places to witness his subjects first hand, he unearths fascinating details that bring them to life. He often tells the true stories of the wonders around us through the eyes of a character who becomes immersed in those worlds. Whether we are reading about redwood trees, coral reefs, or the Grand Canyon, Jason Chin's books not only inform us but take us on a journey through time and space.
Coral Reefs.mp4Coral Reefs Read-Aloud
Coral Reefs Read-Aloud
Watch Pierce Librarian Ms. Kretchmar read Jason Chin's Coral Reefs.
In 2018, Jason won a Texas Bluebonnet Award for his book Grand Canyon. Check out this interview where he answers questions about the process of making the book.
In this audio interview, Jason talks about writing the Grand Canyon, and recounts the awkward moment when he learned that he had won a Caldecott Honor.
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Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park
Take a closer look at the Grand Canyon by visiting the NPS website. Read about the geology and wildlife of the canyon, and view beautiful pictures of the park. Try these links:
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Scholastic TrueFlix
Want to know more about the earth after learning about Jason Chin’s Grand Canyon book? Learn more about geology, or the study of rocks, by exploring Scholastic’s TrueFlix book, Geology. Watch a video, read the book (or have it read to you), do a project, and take a fun quiz!
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Activity
Explore the Geology or Experiments with Rocks and Minerals book and try an activity or experiment!
Directions:
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OPTION A: Geology
Choose “Earth Science” from the column on the right (look for the dinosaur!)
Click on the Geology book cover
OPTION B: Experiments with Rocks and Minerals
Choose “Experiments” from the column on the right
Click on Experiments with Rocks and Minerals book cover
Use the tabs on the right to watch videos, read the book, do a project, or try an experiment!
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