The Ultimate Gift List for Nature Loving Kids and Families!

I don't know about you, but I always appreciate it when others scope out good gift ideas, because - less work for me! This year I've been gathering ideas based on things our family has used and loved over the past few years. We consider ourselves an outdoorsy, nature-loving family, and here are the things…

November Nature Studies: Hibernation, Tracks, Fungi and More

Now that October is behind us, and the days are quickly getting shorter (and darker), there are still SO many wonderful things in nature to explore and discover this time of year. From hibernation, to moss and lichen, to winter birds, there are still so many things to learn about in late Autumn. Check out…

Spring Birds, Eggs and Nests (and a FREE Birdwatching Printable)

One of the things I look forward to the most in the springtime is watching the birds building their nests. We've been lucky enough to have a robin's nest right outside our living room window, and we watched a phoebe raise her babies on our back porch. Birds and nests are a great nature study…

Studying Birds in Winter + a FREE Birdwatching Log

The winter months can feel especially long and dreary come February, which is just one reason I am especially grateful for our lovely, feathered winter friends. If you're looking to keep nature study going during the winter months, birds are a great topic of study. There are many birds that either don't migrate, or migrate…

Amazing Snow Science Activities for Kids – and a FREE Snowflake Printable

Science activities for a snowy day

6 Creative Ways to Welcome the Winter Solstice

The Winter Solstice - the shortest day, and longest night of the year - is coming up this weekend. The days after the solstice will steadily become longer and lighter, which means it's only up from here! I love the cozy darkness of winter but we are definitely ready for the sun to come back;…

52 Holiday Gift Ideas for Nature Lovers: 2024’s Best Outdoor Gifts for Kids and Families

It's that time of year again! This time, I'm DETERMINED to get a head start on my gift list in order to avoid the last minute rush (I say this every year ๐Ÿคฃ). We consider ourselves an outdoorsy, nature-loving family, and here are the things either we've used and loved over the years, OR these…

Celebrating the Harvest Moon: Picture Books, Lanterns, Playdough, and More

The harvest moon is about a month away (on Tuesday, Sept. 17), and that means that my very favorite season is also approaching! The harvest moon seems to mark the end of summer and the start of autumn, although technically the autumnal equinox (on 9/22) is the official start of the autumn season. When I…

Spring Nature Study: Exploring Pond Life with Kids

Dive into spring with this pond life lesson plan.

30 Favorite Fiction Books for Upper Elementary Students

Looking back at the end of each school year, I am always amazed at how many good books we've read, listened to and enjoyed ~ books that have helped shape our homeschool and my boy's childhoods. My oldest, in 3rd grade this year, is a voracious reader. It's been quite the feat to keep up…