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…

NEW Advent Nature Study: Embrace the Seasons of Christmas

I'm SO excited to release our new Advent Nature Study: Heaven and Nature Sing! During a time when the holidays can seem frantic and packed full of activities and commitments, it's important to slow down and remember why we celebrate in the first place. The rhythm of the seasons not only marks the passing of…

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…

5 Easy Pumpkin Science Experiments and Activities to do this Fall

It's here! Pumpkin season! We really can't get enough of pumpkins this time of year - between decorating, carving and eating them, pumpkins are definitely the main characters of October. In this article I've gathered some of our favorite pumpkin science experiments and activities - simple projects you can easily do at home. 1. Sink…

6 Fall Nature Study Ideas for October

October, my favorite month, is finally here! The month of crisp weather, pumpkins and beautiful fall colors. If you want to get outside with your kids this month and explore nature, don't worry because I've done all the planning and hard work for you! Check out these nature study ideas for the month of October!…

Exploring Nature in September – 7 Fall Nature Study Ideas

The mornings are getting cooler, the leaves are beginning to change, and Fall is quickly on its way! If you're looking for nature study ideas for this month, I've got you covered. September is one of my favorite months for going outside and taking a closer look at nature. From fungi to apples to the…

The Back-to-School Sale Starts Now! Entire Shop 25% Off

Can you believe summer is almost over? This means that it's time for my annual Back-to-School Sale! Everything in the shop is 25% off through Sunday at midnight. If you're looking into nature study resources for the coming year, make sure you head over and check it out!  SHOP THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALE! Here are just some of the…

Simple Pinecone Science – How Pinecones Open and Close

Want to impress your kids with a cool science experiment that's also the EASIEST activity ever? This pinecone science activity had my kids oohing and aahing despite its simplicity and super easy setup and cleanup. (Sometimes simpler really is better!) All you need for this experiment are a couple of clear containers, water and ice,…

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…