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Which Homeschool Nature Study Curriculum is Right for Us?
Over the years, Our Journey Westward has expanded its selection of homeschool nature study curriculum. With so many options, you might wonder how to decide which is the best fit for your family. Thankfully, this resource will help you sort it out! Seven Homeschool Nature Study Curriculum Options Nature study IS science. So, all of the nature study product lines are designed to teach science through the lens of nature study. That means they all provide directions for creative nature walks and nature journaling. But what makes them different? Here is a brief overview of each nature study curriculum series…
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Free Spring Nature Study Printable Packet for Homeschoolers
Spring is on the way, and nature is coming back to life. It’s such a wonderful time of the year for exuberant nature walks. Enjoy this free spring nature study printable packet designed to help children make detailed observations of…
Can Crocodiles Really Cry? Nature Study for Kids
Have you ever heard the phrase “crocodile tears” and wondered what it means? This week’s crocodile nature study podcast episode reveals the truth behind this curious saying! Do crocodiles actually shed tears? If so, why do they “cry” mostly when…
Nature Study is a Good Fit for Gifted Kids
There are definitely stereotypes about gifted kids. For instance, people might picture an awkward child with glasses who plays chess and cello and snorts when laughing. Parts of that may be true for some gifted kids, but they’re often not…
68 of the Best Math Operations Picture Books
I love using living books to help children “see” math. These math operations picture books specifically focus on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to help build understanding and connect math to the real world. Books are powerful in helping children…
A Literature-Based Middle Ages Unit Study for the Elementary Years
Studying the Middle Ages is so much fun! Our Middle Ages unit was packed with excitement, from knights and castles to medieval feasts and daily life. My children stayed engaged the entire time! I carefully selected the best hands-on activities…
Why Does the Wind Whistle? Homeschool Nature Study
Have you ever been outside on a breezy day and heard the wind whistle through the trees or howl around a building? This week’s wind nature study podcast episode explores why wind makes different sounds, such as whistling, howling, roaring, and even…
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