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June 7, 2010 by: Brenda

Take-Along Nature Guides

Although we are not a homeschool family that schools through the whole year, nature study is something we do as a family no matter what time of year it is.  As I type, I’m looking at a whole basket of pinecones collected by my sweet, little, pre-pre-schooler, Sophia; my boys are carefully observing a little frog they caught; and to my left is a tiny tadpole we’re attempting to raise.

No, nature study is not something we take a break from during the summer.  So naturally, I’m always looking for appealing books to help us out in our nature study to help spark my kids’ interest in all things outdoors.  When I found my first “Take-Along Guide” at a used book store, I was interested so I purchased it.  But it was later when I began really reading it that I became really interested.

These books are so perfect for any part of nature you are studying.  They are available in almost any subject you can think of.

Such as:

  • Birds, Nests, and Eggs
  • Berries, Nuts and Seeds
  • Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies
  • Frogs, Toads, and Turtles
  • Rabbits, Squirrels and Chipmunks
  • Tracks, Scats and Signs
  • and More!

Although each book is a little different, here’s why I love them so much:

  • Series available in pretty much every subject you’d want
  • Each page is laid out very nicely with great illustrations and just enough text to keep an elementary student’s attention
  • Very informative facts on all subject matter
  • Each book includes several fun and simple projects
  • Small enough to take with you on nature walks
  • Great tips for nature walks throughout the books

I would recommend reading through your Take-Along Guide before taking off on your nature walk.  Then you can put it in your bag and bring with you on your walk  and use it to identify things as you go.
I highly recommend these books for all elementary students.  They are terrific for inspiring you in your nature study!

Brenda (132 Posts)

Brenda is a homeschooling mother of 5, who has a wonderful husband encouraging her to be the best woman that God has created her to be. Together they are very intentional about spending time together as a family. She considers her daily life with her children as her ministry and has found many avenues to encourage others to live a lifestyle of learning. She is the founder of an online homeschool community, Our Lifestyle of Learning and a curriculum review site authored by a group of well-known homeschool bloggers, Curriculum Choice. She blogs about their homeschool journey and family traditions at Tie That Binds Us.


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Comments

  1. Richele says

    June 8, 2010 at 8:25 am

    Wonderful! Thank you so much, I will have to look into this. I love nature study but will admit, I do not put as much effort in it as I should. These books should help. 🙂
    .-= Richele´s last blog ..Five Question Friday: June 4th =-.

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  2. ChristyH says

    June 13, 2010 at 7:41 am

    I have these books and we have used them quite a bit. Lots of fun.

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