Nature study has been one of the most rewarding subjects in our homeschool through the years. It reaches deeply into every single realm of science. It gets us outdoors for fresh air, sunshine and exercise. It creatively includes other subjects like language arts, math, geography, and even history. But most importantly, God has revealed so much about Himself to us through the study of nature.
Nature study works easily with all homeschooling styles. It makes a huge difference with children who need to be active. It can meet all kinds of learning styles, and offers those with learning disabilities a fresh perspective on learning to give them success. Best of all, nature study works really, really well when teaching multiple ages. I know you’ll enjoy some amazing learning using the lessons you’ll find below. Have fun!
Salamanders are elusive creatures that can make salamander nature study both difficult and exciting. The two times I’ve come upon them in the wild were certainly exciting and quite memorable for me. In this podcast episode, you’ll hear about those two experiences! Salamanders are amphibians, which puts them in the same class as frogs and…
Instead of studying a particular type of plant or animal, we are going to explore an entire habitat in this vernal pools nature study! Have you ever heard of the term “vernal pool”? I bet you know the word “pool” but do you know what “vernal” means? I can’t wait to tell you all about…
I’m asked all the time if families should live in certain places or certain climates to get use from the NaturExplorers curriculum. The answer is no way. As long as you have specimens for any particular topic, you can most assuredly use NaturExplorers! I’m so excited to welcome Ashley Fox to share a perfect example….
A sandstone nature study is sure to get everyone excited to learn about rocks of all sorts. Sandstone is especially fun because you can often rub off small bits to become part of the erosion process! Sandstone is a type of sedimentary rock that can be found all over the world. In the United States,…
What is your favorite pet? If it happens to be a cat, you’re going to love this wild cat nature study. Even if you don’t necessarily love cats, I bet you’ll still love learning about the ones that live in the wild! Cats of all sorts roam the world. They can be found on every…
Water is such a fun topic for homeschool science. Yep, plain ol’ water. Study its properties, its physical states, the water cycle, weather events, the geography of water around our world, water sources, water treatment, and water conservation. Learn about water as biomes and the various life that inhabits each. Observe water in nature, measure…
Winter is a great time to enjoy planet nature study! No one has to stay up late to observe the night sky when darkness comes early. Not to mention, a few of the planets in our solar system reflect the sun’s light so brightly that we can easily see them without the help of a…
If you love dogs, this wild dog nature study is for you! Similar in many ways to domesticated dogs, wild dogs are found in habitats all over the world. Sometimes they’re easy to spot, but more often than not, they stay well hidden from humans. Most wild dogs aren’t known to be cute and cuddly….
Christmas spices nature study can be a fun addition to December funschooling in your homeschool this season! There are certain spices that stand out in traditional Christmas recipes and we’ll learn about them all. Do you have a favorite Christmas dish or treat that uses warm cinnamon, cloves, ginger, or nutmeg spices? In our family,…
Snowflake nature study might be cold, but it sure is beautiful! As you listen to the podcast episode with Mrs. Cindy, learn about temperature, states of matter, and more. Then, move on to the video class to learn more about how snowflakes are formed and their amazing structures. Whether you live in an area that…
In this root vegetable nature study, children will learn how to look at root veggies through the eyes of a scientist! Do you think every underground veggie happens to be a root veggie? If so, this lesson might surprise you. If you enjoy funschooling during the holidays, this topic fits in nicely during the Thanksgiving…
Who’s ready for a mouse nature study? I have a feeling that not everyone raised their hand to that question. Love them or loathe them, mice are the topic of this furry, little lesson. It’s amazing how much reaction a tiny mouse can get from a large human. I think it’s probably less about how…