NatureNotes

~Our Nature Studies~
We are new to nature. Right now it is just my youngest and I because my oldest is staying with his Grandparents. Right now Little One and I are studying wintery topics like snow, polar animals, and hibernation. I hope you will join us in our studies.

~Dream List~

A vegetable garden
"Wildlife" attracting plants in yard
Benches for observation
Nature area set up in garage
A few "pets in a jar"
To raise-
Butterflies
Ladybugs
Water frogs
Ant Farm
Bird Feeders
Small yard pond

~Nature Books Online~

Handbook of Nature Study
Handbook of Nature Study
Outdoor Studies
Hours in my Garden
Nature Studies: A Pupil's Text-book
By Meadow, Grove and Stream

Animal of the Day

More pictures of animals

~Our Nature Bookshelf~

Scholastic Science Penguins
Eyes On Nature Penguins
Snow is Falling
Animals in Winter
The World of Animals
The Birder's Handbook

~Nature Links~

CURRENT MOON

moon phases

~Tags and Credits~

Mary's Little Lamb
Amreta's Graphics
Irene's Corner
Busy Bee
Country Heart Designs
Country Patch Collections
Cute Colors
Graphic Garden
HSHP Graphics
Kari's Graphics
Rajiv's Graphics
Ritva's Graphics
TSOH graphics
Lean's Country Page
Antique Clipart

Nov. 16, 2009

What to Take on a Nature Walk

Nature walks are fun and educational. They help your child develop observation skills needed for science and other areas of your child's life. Here are a few things that you should consider taking with you on a nature walk.

1. Backpack- to put it all in.
2. Sketch pad or nature journal- to make drawings and notes of what you see.
3. Art pencils- to do your sketching with.
4. Colored pencils if you like to add a bit of color.
5. binoculars- to see birds and other far away animals
6. magnifying glass- to look at small items close up like bugs or the vein in a leaf.
7. Field Guides- just a a couple on what areas you want to focus on that day. Carrying a lot of field guides will make your pack too heavy.
8. Baggies- for collecting things- just make sure you are allowed too. Some parks don't want items carried off. Also keep it to a minimal- it may be some creatures home you are taking.
9.First Aid kit! Make sure you have stuff for both scraps/ cuts and bug bites. Being out in nature, both will probably happen at some point.

If you want to learn more about Nature Studies with Children, please check out this link: http://www.squidoo.com/naturestudywithchildren

Here are a few more articles you may be interested in:
How to Go on Nature Walks with Children
How to Make a Nature Journal with Children

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Nov. 17, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by JamieLee

Great reminders. Thanks for sharing. :)

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Nov. 17, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Brenda

These are all good things to have on hand!
Brenda @ http://www.thetiethatbindsus.blogspot.com

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Lynn's Nature Notes

Hello! Welcome to my nature blog! I am a homeschool mom to 2 boys, Prince Caspian (PC) is 11 and Little One (LO) is 5. I am new to nature studies and honestly, I tend to be more of an armchair naturalist, but I really want to change. I am hoping this blog will hold me accountable as I lead my darling children in celebrating God's Creation. I hope you will join us on that journey. Please come again!