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  • Why Do Some Plants Grow Giant Fruits? Seasonal Nature Study

    Pumpkins are more than just decorations for the autumn season. They’re fascinating fruits with an incredible story! In this podcast episode, kids will enjoy a pumpkin nature study to discover why some plants produce tiny fruits while others grow giants, like the record-breaking pumpkins that can weigh over a thousand pounds. Along the way, we’ll talk about traits, pollination, and the special care farmers give to help giant pumpkins thrive. Whether your child is curious about plants or just wants to know why in the world pumpkins can get so big, this episode is perfect for the season ahead. It’s…

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Your children can learn science through the lens of nature study while creating meaningful nature journal pages during No Sweat Nature Study classes.

1st-8th graders learn in-depth science and scientific vocabulary as they build skills in observation, art, writing, note-taking, charting, diagramming, and higher-order thinking.

Kids watch Mrs. Cindy teach a nature study class on a computer in front of a book case filled with books.