Seeing Nature through New Eyes: Fractals
Have you ever looked closely at the fronds of a fern, the branches of a tree, or even the jagged edges of a coastline? If so, you’ve seen fractals in action. Fractals are fascinating patterns…
Winter Solstice Activities for Homeschoolers: Science Behind the Seasons
The Winter Solstice, happening around December 21st, is such a fascinating event for families to learn about together. It’s the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, and it happens…
Macroinvertebrate Exploration: Hands-On Learning for All Ages
What homeschooling family hasn’t wanted to escape the house on a beautiful fall, spring or summer day to play in the creek or stream? This article will tell you how to do just that, all…
How to Overcome the Challenges of Experimenting in Nature
In science, when you want to understand how something works, you often want to do what is called a controlled experiment. This means you change one specific thing (called a variable) and keep everything else…
How to Teach About Earth Science Using Current Events
Earth science isn’t just about ancient history—it’s happening right now all over the world. By connecting lessons to current events like earthquakes, volcanoes, and floods, your kids can see earth science in action. They can…
Create a Nature-Focused Homeschool This Year
Nature isn’t just a backdrop for learning but a hands-on classroom that unlocks curiosity, fosters creativity, and instills a deep respect for the environment. Weaving in nature-focused homeschooling field trips and activities throughout the year…
Exploring Wild Bees in Our Ecosystem: Why Are They Important?
Let’s explore the world of wild bees – those tiny powerhouses essential for a thriving ecosystem. Much like when we explored freshwater macroinvertebrates to understand stream health, and the power of clouds to impact our…
Explore the Wonders of the Sky with Globe Observer: Clouds
Have you ever gazed up at the sky, fascinated by the ever-changing shapes and patterns of clouds? What if I told you that your cloud observations could contribute to real scientific research? With Globe Observer:…
How to Motivate Your Teen: Six Strategies for Success
As homeschooling parents, motivating teens can often feel like we’re pushing against the wind. We want to ignite their passions and guide them toward success, but sometimes we’re met with indifference, avoidance, or even anger….
Connect Learning to Making Change: The Clean Water Challenge
Do you want to increase your kids’ awareness of the wider world? Do you also want to help them understand and show compassion for others who are less fortunate than them? And would you love…