Nature study is one of our favorite ways to get outside and learn. It provides us with much needed fresh air, and room to run all while gaining knowledge and insight into the natural world. A nature study doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating. Here are 8 tips to help you make your homeschool nature study a fun and educational adventure! This post may contain affiliate links. … [Read more...] about 8 Tips for Nature Study
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Harvesting Honey with Kids
This week on the farm, we harvested honey from our honeybee hives! That's right, the delicious liquid gold flowed into quart after quart jar leaving us all with a slight sugar rush and feeling like a heat stroke was imminent. Why? Let's just say you can't press honeycomb without heat and without getting the honey on your fingers. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read … [Read more...] about Harvesting Honey with Kids
Backyard Biology: Frogs for Kids
Have you ever considered having your kiddos raise their own tadpoles? Maybe your child wants to learn more about metamorphosis? If the answer is yes, then I've got some amazing frog resources to help you create an awesome frog life cycle unit study for your kids! *Disclosure: I received Frog Hatchery Deluxe Kit, Live Bullfrog Tadpoles, Large Critter Habitat, and Frog Tadpole Food at no cost … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology: Frogs for Kids
10 of the Best Frog Life Cycle Books for Kids
Are your kiddos interested in frogs? Maybe they have caught a jar of tadpoles in the little pond down the street and want to know more about these slimy amphibians? Here are 10 frog life cycle books that your kids are sure to love! Add these titles to your next frog or tadpole unit study! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Frog … [Read more...] about 10 of the Best Frog Life Cycle Books for Kids
Backyard Biology: Birds for Kids
Kids will love studying the biology of birds from their own backyards! Any season is a great season for bird watching and nature study. All you need are a few books and hands-on activity resources. Suddenly, you've got a great unit study to immerse your kids in the world of backyard birds. *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, and Chick Embryo Study Guide at no cost and … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology: Birds for Kids
Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Looking for a great Insect Unit Study for your kids? Here are some fun learning activities, books, and resources to get your kids immersed in the world of insects! *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, Insect Legs Slide, and Space Ant Habitat at no cost and was compensated for my time in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. As … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books
Illustrated children's books are a perfect way for kids to explore nature! Let's face it... we can't always get outside for nature study. The weather may not cooperate, or someone may be feeling poorly. Life happens. Maybe you have had a full day of hiking and exploring, and now your children want to extend their exploration of nature with books? Or you may want to simply strew these … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books
Nature Game Cootie Catcher
Get your kids moving, and observing the natural world around them with this Nature Game Cootie Catcher! The weather is warming, the birds are singing, and I don't know about you, but this mama is ready for some outside time with the kiddos! Since the children LOVED my Harry Potter Origami Sorting Hat Fortune Teller, I thought I'd create something for them with a bit of a nature challenge in … [Read more...] about Nature Game Cootie Catcher
30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids
Do you have a family of nature lovers? If you are looking for fun and engaging nature gift ideas, then I have got some fantastic gift ideas for you! Today I'm sharing our family's favorite nature gifts for kids, This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. 30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids Critter Catching Tools and Nature … [Read more...] about 30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids
Winter Hike with Friends
Winter has come to East Tenneesee and while it's still considered fall (a minor technicality, really as the Winter Solstice is only a few days away) the temperatures agree with me. At 30 degrees on our favorite mountain, it is winter my friend. The cold is nipping at our noses and we have broken out the scarves, mittens, and winter coats! Imagine the thrill and delight we had when our … [Read more...] about Winter Hike with Friends