Are you studying ponds and pond life? Ponds are teeming with life, from tiny tadpoles and busy beavers to floating lily pads and wading birds. There is so much to learn about these diverse ecosystems. Here are a few books to start your journey! Pond Circle: Betsy Franco On a summer night by a small…
Have you ever noticed that pinecones open and close? This is the perfect simple science experiment to add to your tree nature study! We will learn about the anatomy of a pinecone and how pine seeds disperse. Supplies 2 pineconeA jar or bowl full of water Instructions Pinecones are open when they are warm and…
In the season of giving, let us be mindful of the waste we produce. While the holidays bring warm memories of parents following children with large garbage bags, it is important to celebrate sustainably. Here are a few ideas on ways to reduce waste while wrapping presents for the holidays. These images were taken by…
Did you know that February is national bird feeding month? We are doing a bird unit study to celebrate. This is our collection of books about birds. While you’re at it, check out our books about eggs and books about bird nests. The Little Book of Backyard Bird Songs Owl Moon Make Way for Ducklings…
This easter season, we will be incorporating eggs into our nature study! This is our collections of books about eggs. An Egg Is Quiet The Egg The Odd Egg Who Is in the Egg? First the Egg Chicken’s Aren’t the Only Ones An Extraordinary Egg The Egg Book: See How Baby Animals Hatch, Step By…
Wolf Moon – January 6 The Wolf Moon is the first full moon of the year. This year, it is also a micro moon. This is when the moon is at the farthest point from the Earth. The Wolf Moon can also be called the “Center Moon,” marking the middle of the cold season. What…