Nature studies. Outside time. Looking. Investigating. These are the things we love! I ran across something called Exploring Nature with Children and was really curious about it - it looked like something we would really enjoy - and I was right! Exploring Nature with Children, a Charlotte Mason Method This Charlotte Mason type study consists of a 240 page pdf file by Lynn Seddon of Raising … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature with Children, a Charlotte Mason Method
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Natures Day Review
I have the cutest book to review for you today, another great addition to your bookshelf. Natures Day is written by Kay Maguire and illustrated by Danielle Kroll. The quality of this book is wonderful. This hardcover book has a canvas-like texture and the title has been slightly recessed into it making it feel and look like a quality book. I'm quite a tactile person so this really appeals to … [Read more...] about Natures Day Review
Farm Food and Nature Anatomy: Books for Exploring our Natural World
Have you seen these Julia Rothman books? Farm, Food, and Nature Anatomy are three books you want to have on your homeschool bookshelf! Whether you are currently engaging in nature study, plan to include nature study in your homeschool, or simply have curious kids, these books are sure to hit the mark! I stumbled upon Nature Anatomy a little over a year ago. It quickly became a favorite nature … [Read more...] about Farm Food and Nature Anatomy: Books for Exploring our Natural World
NaturExplorers :: Snow and Ice Nature Study
As the temperatures slip below freezing a world of possibilities for snow and ice nature study opens up. I know it seems that nature is dormant and that there is not much going on but that is where you would be wrong. We have had some wonderful winter nature adventures over the years. We've admired frozen spider webs; forced twigs; looked at how birds survive in cold weather and studied the … [Read more...] about NaturExplorers :: Snow and Ice Nature Study
Homeschool Nature Study Curriculum
Does your family enjoy time outdoors? If so, nature study may be for you! Our family has loved nature study since the beginning! We love learning more and more about the world God created through seeing things in nature - then investigating them further. We find that simple things - like drawing them as we see them - helps us learn about God's creation. From The Curriculum Choice … [Read more...] about Homeschool Nature Study Curriculum
The Curious Nature Guide
Nature Study is one of our favourite parts of our homeschool week and I am always on the look-out for great resources to use. Last year I came across this book featured on a blog that I read. As it was by an author that I respect greatly as a naturalist, I thought I would purchase it and add it to our nature book library. Clare Walker Leslie is the author of Keeping a Nature Journal, a resource … [Read more...] about The Curious Nature Guide
Illuminature Children’s Book – A Review
I love those illusion pictures don't you? I find them fascinating. My girls enjoy them too. It's fun to see something else hidden in a picture that is not at first apparent. I had a book sent to me by Francis Lincoln children's Books to review. 'Illuminature' is such a fun book. I think that this book would make a fabulous Christmas gift for a child. You will discover ten of the world's … [Read more...] about Illuminature Children’s Book – A Review
Spiral Bound Nature Notebook
Winter, summer, spring, or fall there are nature studies to be had in any season and any weather...that is, if you want to go out in said weather! Nature notebooks can be homemade, or bought. They can be a blank slate for you to self-direct or have pre-printed pages as a guide. What is so great about it is that a nature notebook can be what you make of it. It is a free form way to explore the … [Read more...] about Spiral Bound Nature Notebook
Nature Study FUN for the Whole Family
With spring upon us and homeschooling beginning to wind down soon, I would begin to ponder and day-dream about summer. I loved that my daughter and I would have time to get out in nature more, and do all those fun summer things together, without the daily work of homeschooling. I started to think about nature study fun for the whole family. At the same time, I also wanted my daughter to … [Read more...] about Nature Study FUN for the Whole Family
Our Favorite Homeschool Nature Study Resources
Nature journaling and exploration are great activities for families and children. It is thereby not surprising that nature study is a popular component of many homeschools. Simply put, it is the study of nature via simple, truthful observations which over time cultivate one's understanding and appreciation for the world around them. Nature study helps the student to see science face to face, to … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Homeschool Nature Study Resources
Nature Study with John Muir Laws
Nature study and journaling have always been a major component of our homeschool. Over the years, the kids and I have filled up several nature journals with sketches, photographs, trail maps, and pressed leaves commemorating our outings. Train your mind to see deeply and with internal curiosity, and the beauty and wonder of the world will open before you. Keeping a journal of your observations, … [Read more...] about Nature Study with John Muir Laws
Exploring Nature with Children
One of the most appealing aspects of a Charlotte Mason education for me is the seamless interplay between art and science that is possible with nature study. Nothing compares to tromping through the woods in all weathers to track the first crocus. Alright, we usually just walk around our neighborhood...and only when it's not too wet! But we still keep our Calendar of Firsts, and it still counts … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature with Children