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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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:…
Often our kids read about distressing events in the news and feel helpless to do anything that helps cause positive change. Well, what if they found ways where they could? Let me share with you…
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…
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…
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…
Get your kids outside in December…watch the Geminid meteor shower! December is a fantastic month to observe a lot of “shooting stars” without a ton of effort. Today we’re sharing all about how to take…