Your Backyard offers the young scientist a lively introduction to the world of backyard nature. With easy to make projects, he or she will make a bird cake, find hidden creepie crawlies, and spot the footprints left by animal visitors. By the end of the book, the young scientist will have gained a better understanding of backyard plant and animal life. Includes: clearly worded text to develop literacy skills, simple instructions and further ideas. Fully colored pictures that help guide your child through each project, and an interactive glossary to review topics covered.