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Why Do Some Animals Seem So Smart? A Podcast for Kids
Animals appear in stories all the time, often talking, thinking, and teaching lessons. In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, children will explore animal intelligence through an Aesop’s Fables nature study. From clever crows to dolphins that understand hand signals, listeners will learn how to distinguish between instinct and learned behavior. The episode also explores how fables use personification to teach morals and how real animal traits sometimes reflect those same lessons. It blends storytelling with science in a way that helps kids see animals in a whole new light. Aesop’s Fables in Nature Nature Study These…
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70 of the Best Character Building Picture Books For Kids
Any time is a good time to read a fantastic picture book, but when that book serves double duty as an educational tool, it’s truly a “keeper.” The character building picture books listed below are definitely keepers. We know that…
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6 Fun Activities: Free Winter Nature Study Printable Packet
Enjoy cold-weather science with this free winter nature study printable packet! The six activities are perfect for children of all ages and will help with observational skills. When homeschool families think of nature study, winter might not be the first…
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20 Excellent Winter Books for Kids of All Ages
Winter is the perfect time for snuggling up with books – lots of them! Over the years, we’ve returned to certain books time after time during the winter. I thought I’d share our list of winter books for kids and…
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What Was the First Thing Ever Seen Through a Telescope?
What was the very first thing ever seen through a telescope? In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, children take a step back in time for a Galileo nature study that introduces the curious scientist who pointed…
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100+ Excellent Educational Stocking Stuffers for Kids
Christmas stockings are a long-held tradition in the West household. Of all the gifts around the Christmas tree, it seems the stockings are the most anticipated – which is why we save them until the very last. I remember feeling…
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Why Did People Travel with Animals Long Ago?
A donkey nature study is the perfect way to combine science, history, and holiday fun. In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, children learn how donkeys, camels, horses, and sled dogs helped people travel long distances before…
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