About the Book
Did you know that your child's future career will most likely require STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics) skills?
Whether you are a Science Dreamer or a Science Screamer (eek--a frog!), you have the ability to guide your child toward success in a science-rich future.
Written by a professional science educator, and fellow parent, this book is chock-full of tips and insights to Chart Your Family's Course for science learning.
Quotes from the author's young son, such as, "Mom. I love you. But why are we doing this?" (said while sticking LEDs into playdough at 7:30 a.m.) make this a highly-entertaining expedition.
Get ready to start using
Wonder as Your Compass!Did you know that your child's future career will most likely require STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics) skills?
Whether you are a Science Dreamer or a Science Screamer (eek--a frog!), you have the ability to guide your child toward success in a science-rich future.
Written by a professional science educator, and fellow parent, this book is chock-full of tips and insights to Chart Your Family's Course for science learning.
Quotes from the author's young son, such as, "Mom. I love you. But why are we doing this?" (said while sticking LEDs into playdough at 7:30 a.m.) make this a highly-entertaining expedition.
Get ready to start using
Wonder as Your Compass!
About the Author :
Jayme Cellitioci is a creativity and innovation practitioner, facilitator, and strategist. Combining and harnessing a BS in Psychobiology, an MS in Creativity and Change Leadership, and a Professional Certificate in Free-Choice Learning, the space where creativity, science, and learning meet is her professional playground. Jayme designs Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) programs and is the author of the science-learning 'momoir, ' Wonder is My Compass. From researching seals in the Netherlands and Greece to eco-tourists' environmental knowledge in Australia, she has navigated the globe using creativity as her North Star, science as her passport, and wonder as her compass.
Review :
"If you are a parent, Wonder is My Compass is the scientific field guide you didn't know you needed." -Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, Author of Ungifted: Intelligence Redefined and WIred to Create: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Creative Mind
"What a great read! The author takes you to her adventures as a mom as well as her vast in-depth experience as science innovator. You can tell how much love went into writing this book. I love how she included anecdotes from her son through the years. The book will inspire you to make your own science-rich adventure with your family. A wonderful gift for your fellow moms, teachers, and friends." -Elmar Zamora
Wonder is my Compass is the book every parent should be reading. Jayme makes science inviting, accessible, and a grand family adventure. You can't help but be swept up in her relatable and humorous stories. And, the activities she suggests for inspiring wonder can be done regardless of time or budget. You will "wonder" why you didn't read this sooner! -Kristin Fields, MS, Editor of Big Questions in Creativity 2018
"As a mom who did not (AT ALL) excel in science class, this book made me excited to explore science concepts with my kids. If you have science-phobia, this is your guide book to helping give your kids science-rich experiences without really even thinking about it. This science concepts in this book are completely attainable, and its fun to read with all of the kids quotes, wit, and humor the author adds in. Relatable, engaging, and fun!" -Melanie Morse, Author of Seymour and Hau Children's Series
Wonder is My Compass is part self-help, part science field guide, part 'mom'oir. Never before have science and creativity been so seamlessly woven into bite-size pieces that parents can easily apply. -John Cabra, PhD, Author of Organizational Creativity: A Practical Guide for Innovators & Entrepreneurs
"Inspiring book for parents looking for science/exploring together. So many great ideas to do with the kids that I would have ever thought of!" -Justin H
"Diving into her deep bag of tricks and behind-the-scenes insights, Jayme Cellitioci provides a guide with simple shortcuts to getting your kids not to love but be inspired by science. A really fun read filled with humorous stories, richly descriptive anecdotes, inspired ideas, and moments of parenting fails, Wonder Is My Compass, is a great place to start to understand why science is important and integral to success in the 21st-century. This book is perfect for parents and educators alike who want some inspiration, an easy, fun and enjoyable read, and ideas for how we can get our kids to explore the world through science and wonder. I'll be recommending this book to all my mama friends." -Jen, the Mindful Maverick
Wonder Is My Compass speaks to the heart, mind, and soul of every parent wanting to raise a creative and critical thinker and overall good human. -Diana Rangaves, PharmD
For much of my life, I thought science was scary and serious. But it isn't! Science learning can be accessible and enjoyable, for kids and their parents. This book explains how parents can be facilitators of science learning by taking children to interesting and fun environments, such as zoos, museums, aquariums, parks, etc. Science doesn't have to be serious, it can easily be woven in playtime. Children and their parents can explore and learn together. This is an amazing book for parents with kids in school or parents who home school. So many interesting activities and ideas to follow up on. -Sam Cirpili
