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Why Is There an Orange in My Stocking?! Nature Study
Have you ever wondered why children long ago were thrilled to find an orange in their Christmas stocking? This festive episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast invites your family into a sweet slice of history and science! It’s the perfect orange nature study to enjoy during the holiday season, blending curiosity, nutrition, and the wonders of nature into one cheerful lesson. In just a few minutes, your children will learn why oranges were such a treasured gift, how nature provides during the winter, and how to spot some of its seasonal surprises for themselves. Orange Nature Study Use…
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20+ Ideas for Creative Christmas Homeschooling in December
Homeschooling in December can be rough. Everyone needs a bit of a break from the monotony of the regular homeschooling schedule. Because of this, some families choose to take the entire month off from homeschooling. Others switch the curriculum to…
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What’s Making Noise Outside at Night? Nature Study for Kids
What’s that sound outside your window at night? A hoot, a rustle, maybe even a sneaky raccoon on the move? In this fun and mysterious No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode, kids will discover which animals come alive after dark….
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6 Simple Cranberry Science Experiments for Kids with Literature Connections
Cranberry science experiments are fun to include in your homeschool during November or December. You’ll love these super-easy ideas. All you need is a bag of fresh cranberries and a few simple kitchen supplies. For extra fun, I’ve added a…
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37 of the Best Thanksgiving Living Books
These Thanksgiving and gratitude living books have been favorites around our house for years. Some help explain the history of our Thanksgiving celebration, while others are just sweet stories with a Thanksgiving theme. Yet others really have nothing to do…
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3 Exciting Hands-On Candy Math and Science Lessons
Rather than eat all that candy sitting around the house after trick-or-treating (or another holiday), why not put it to good use? These fun candy math and science lesson ideas will keep your kids busy, happy, and learning! What will…
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Can Snow Make Sound Disappear?
Have you ever noticed how quiet the world gets after a snowfall? It’s not just your imagination, it’s science! In this No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode, we’re investigating a chilly mystery: Can snow really make sound disappear? As we…
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