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A Literature-Based Apple Unit Study for Homeschooling Families
There’s something about apple season that makes it especially easy to bring learning to life. Maybe it’s a trip to a local orchard, a basket of new varieties to taste, or simply the smell of something apple-y baking in the kitchen. Apples are also a fantastic jumping-off point for learning! With just a few apples and some good books, you can explore everything from plant science and chemistry to math, history, geography, art, and more. Whether you want to spend one fun afternoon learning together or stretch the ideas across several days, I’ve gathered plenty of possibilities below. Choose the…
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9 Fun and Easy Fruits and Nuts Nature Study Ideas for Fall
Fall is a wonderful time for nature study, especially when you add creative nature walks, simple activities, and a few good living books. Fruits and nuts are abundant in autumn, making them an easy and interesting focus for a nature…
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What makes late summer so special in nature?
Late summer is a wonderful time for a music of insects nature study. Plants are producing fruits and seeds, animals are taking advantage of plentiful food, and the shortening days are already beginning to signal seasonal change. In this episode…
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Can I Use No Sweat Nature Study in High School?
I recently received a question from a longtime member asking if you can use No Sweat Nature Study in high school for science credit. That’s a great question, and I have good news! Take a peek at the original question….
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Why do some ocean animals live in groups?
Why do schools of fish, pods of dolphins, and sea lion colonies spend so much time together when the ocean is so vast? In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, we’ll learn why living in groups gives…
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Can animals live without a brain?
Can an animal really live without a brain? It sounds impossible, but that’s exactly the question we’re answering in this week’s No Sweat Nature Study Podcast. As you listen, you’ll meet three amazing ocean creatures and gather plenty of ideas…
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Free Summer Nature Study Printable Packet for Homeschoolers
Summer is here, and it’s a perfect time to explore nature. This free summer nature study printable packet can help you do that easily! As the days get longer, take the opportunity to go on nature walks as a family….
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