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Seeing Nature through New Eyes: Fractals
Field Trips | Homeschooling | Math in Nature | Nature Studies | Tree Studies

Seeing Nature through New Eyes: Fractals

BySue Wenger January 24, 2025January 24, 2025

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…

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How to Overcome the Challenges of Experimenting in Nature
Field Trips | Homeschooling | Mammal Studies | Nature Studies | Watershed Studies

How to Overcome the Challenges of Experimenting in Nature

BySue Wenger September 20, 2024September 20, 2024

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…

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Recent volcano eruption as a way to link earth science to current events
Current Events | Earth Science | Field Trips | Homeschooling | Nature Studies

How to Teach About Earth Science Using Current Events

BySue Wenger September 15, 2024September 6, 2024

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…

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Create a Nature-Focused Homeschool This Year
Homeschooling | Nature Studies | Uncategorized

Create a Nature-Focused Homeschool This Year

ByKelly Dowd September 1, 2024August 12, 2024

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…

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Exploring Wild Bees in Our Ecosystem: Why Are They Important?
Community Science | Nature Studies | Pollinators

Exploring Wild Bees in Our Ecosystem: Why Are They Important?

Byadmin August 13, 2024August 12, 2024

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…

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Clouds for Globe Observer: Clouds community science project
Citizen Science | Community Science | Nature Studies | Weather

Explore the Wonders of the Sky with Globe Observer: Clouds

BySue Wenger July 21, 2024August 28, 2024

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:…

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Eight Great Ways for Kids to Have Fun with Flowers
Field Trips | Flowers | Homeschooling | Nature Studies | Pollinators | Tree Studies

Eight Great Ways for Kids to Have Fun with Flowers

BySue Wenger March 17, 2024March 11, 2024

Springtime has arrived and it’s time to get outside and enjoy the beauty of the season. And what better way than to have your family dive into some creative activities involving flowers. Here are 8…

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Nature Study: Tips & Tricks for Success In a Multiage Homeschool
Field Trips | Nature Studies

Nature Study: Tips & Tricks for Success In a Multiage Homeschool

ByKelly Dowd February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

We know firsthand how fulfilling – and challenging – it can be to manage a homeschool with kids of different ages. Especially when it comes to something as expansive as nature study! Between navigating the…

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Top 10 Creative Ways to Experience a Natural History Museum
Homeschooling | Museums | Natural History | Nature Studies

Top 10 Creative Ways to Experience a Natural History Museum

BySue Wenger January 8, 2024December 14, 2023

Looking to go to a natural history museum and need some creative ideas to get your kids more motivated to join you? Here are my top 10 creative ways to get them excited and learning…

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Nature Study: How To Make Your Own Birdwatching Station
Bird Studies | Citizen Science | Community Science | Homeschooling | Nature Studies

Nature Study: How To Make Your Own Birdwatching Station

ByKelly Dowd December 18, 2023December 18, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll share how to make your own birdwatching station that attracts birds AND homeschoolers! Watching birds from the comfort of your own home is a great way to do nature study…

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