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Autumn Nature Study Free Printable for Your Homeschool
Free nature study printable for your homeschool this autumn!
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How Did a Camera Help People See Nature?
An Ansel Adams nature study introduces children to the art of observing nature through the lens of a camera. In this podcast episode, young learners meet the photographer who became known for capturing the beauty of wild places in black…
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How Nature Journaling Builds Artisitic Skills for Kids
Imagine an activity where your child explores creativity, practices art, and enjoys nature—without fear of mistakes. That’s the magic of how nature journaling builds artistic skills in a fun, pressure-free way! This simple practice blends observation, creativity, and self-expression in…
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How To Use Picture Books to Teach Expository Writing
Why would anyone use picture books to teach expository writing? Because picture books are written by master authors who can teach us clearly through their examples. Not to mention, it doesn’t take long to read through most picture books, so…
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How To Teach an Interest-Based Nature Study with NaturExplorers
It’s time for another peek into the real-life study of nature! In this post, you’ll see how easily Amber Oliver and her children could explore and discover wildflowers through an interest-based nature study. I believe in occasionally letting our children…
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Why Are Hummingbirds So Colorful? Nature Study for Kids
Get ready for a hummingbird nature study that’s as vibrant as the bird itself! In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, children will learn why hummingbirds appear so dazzling in the sunlight. Using age-appropriate language, Mrs. Cindy…
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A Literature-Based Apple Unit Study for Homeschooling Families
I love unit studies, and autumn is one of the very best times for fun, nature-based science. By September, apple orchards are bursting with ripe fruit, and it just happens to be the birthday month of Johnny Appleseed! That makes…
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