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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
