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Welcome to the Homeschool Blog: Inspiring Ideas and Tips for Nature-Based Learning and More
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Watermelon Nature Study: Why do some fruits have thick rinds?
Why does a watermelon have a thick rind while a grape has only a thin skin? In this watermelon nature study podcast episode, kids will discover why fruits have different kinds of coverings and how those coverings help them survive as they grow. We’ll explore how watermelons protect their watery interiors, how orange peels help protect the juicy fruit inside, and how coconuts are equipped for long ocean voyages. Families will also learn why some fruits need thick rinds while others can get by with only a thin skin, leading to fascinating discussions about seed protection, water conservation, seed dispersal,…
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A Simple Creek Study for Kids
Welcome to my 10 Days of Nature Study series! Each day features a creative nature walk idea and a fun follow-up activity to help your family enjoy meaningful science through nature study. Why Study Nature? Nature study is much more…
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How to Teach Out-of-the-Box Homeschool High School Chemistry
We veered off the “typical homeschool path” this year to teach out-of-the-box homeschool high school chemistry instead. This isn’t the first time we’ve chosen a different path for our son, a smart kid who doesn’t thrive in the textbook world of…
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What’s the fastest bug in the world?
Have you ever watched a dragonfly dart across a pond and wondered how anything so small can move so quickly? In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, we investigate insect speed by comparing some of the fastest…
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How to Teach Standard Measurement with Play Dough
This hands-on, literature-based math activity will help your younger students gain a concrete understanding of the concept of standard measurement. Target Age Range: K-2 Skills Covered: non-standard measurement, standard measurement, making comparisons, fine motor skills, reading Understanding measurement doesn’t have…
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Rosy Cheeked and Resourceful: Charlotte Mason Outdoor Play
Many mommas come upon the Charlotte Mason method at a pivotal time in their children’s growing-up – the time when “school” begins. “We’ll need textbooks. Maybe little chairs and desks.” They start to feel pulled in different directions, trying to…
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Why did Ben Franklin ask so many questions?
Ben Franklin nature study is such a fun way to help children connect history, science, and curiosity. In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, children learn how Benjamin Franklin’s observations and experiments helped scientists understand lightning and…
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