Keeping a Nature Journal - A Review Do you and your children like to keep nature journals throughout the year? We have enjoyed them for many years in our homeschool and I think I will continue to journal from nature well in to my retirement years. I'd love to share a great resource that we have used in our homeschool over the years and that all the children have learned from to hone their … [Read more...] about Keeping a Nature Journal – A Review
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Exploring Nature With Children: A Review
Nature studies and nature journaling has been a part of our homeschool curriculum since the very beginning. When we first began our homeschool journey, it was the Charlotte Mason lifestyle that so appealed to me particularly because of the emphasis Miss Mason placed on allowing the child's interest in the natural world to take lead. When the opportunity to review Exploring Nature with Children: … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature With Children: A Review
Homeschool Reviews for Nature Study, Science and Technology
Choosing a science curriculum is a big decision when you homeschool your children. Each family has its personal interests and preferred methods of offering science from year to year. Are you looking for your curriculum for science and nature study? Looking to add in some formal technology training too? This post is full of ideas and practical suggestions for making your science, nature study, and … [Read more...] about Homeschool Reviews for Nature Study, Science and Technology
Review – Nature School
** Don’t miss the exciting giveaway opportunity at the end of this post! ** In April 2013, I wrote a review here on The Curriculum Choice on a delightful little book called Nature Adventures. The authors of the book were kind enough to give me a copy to giveaway in my review. Well, a little while after that they sent me another of their sweet books called Nature School published by Frances … [Read more...] about Review – Nature School
Nature Adventures and *Giveaway!*
** Don't miss the exciting giveaway opportunity at the end of this post! ** Every once in a while, while trawling the library shelves, I come across a little gem that surprises and delights me. 'Nature Adventures' is one of those treasured finds. This inspired book was written from the authors' own perspective of raising their four young boys and of what they get up to over the weekends. I … [Read more...] about Nature Adventures and *Giveaway!*
Keeping A Nature Journal
When we first started to include nature walks and studies in our homeschooling days, I have to say that the thought of making my first entry in my nature journal was rather overwhelming. That first bank page stared back at me and I was at a loss at where to start. I wonder if this stumbling block stands in the way of others starting a nature journal? I know that after four years of nature … [Read more...] about Keeping A Nature Journal
The Nature Game
Kendra from the blog, Aussie Pumpkin Patch, has developed a fun game that nature lovers everywhere will get excited about! She originally asked me to review this for Shining Dawn Books since our main line is the NaturExplorers series, but I thought it deserved the attention of The Curriculum Choice instead. The Nature Game comes to you as two PDF flies. On one file, you get directions for … [Read more...] about The Nature Game
Nature in Your Pocket
Waterford Press has a tagline that says, “Putting the World in Your Pocket.” With Waterford Press it is amazing just how much of the world you can fit into your pocket. You can store information about animal tracks, the cosmos, plants, wildlife and more right in your back pocket. These naturalist pocket guides are durable, easy to read, colorful, and fun for children or anyone who appreciates … [Read more...] about Nature in Your Pocket
Creativity & Nature Study
Shortly after I started homeschooling, I came across a wonderful activity that we now incorporate into our curriculum regularly. With the popularity of new technological gadgets, many people are familiar (to varying degrees) with Geocaching. Fewer, however, are familiar with Letterboxing. Letterboxing is an intriguing pastime that combines navigational skills and rubber stamp artistry … [Read more...] about Creativity & Nature Study
Using the Random House Book of Poetry for Children
Did you know April is National Poetry Month? But whether it is April or not, poetry is always a wonderful thing to explore in your homeschool. The Random House Book of Poetry for Children is a fun and easy way to help you do that! Affiliate links are used in this post and on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. Using The Random House Book of Poetry for … [Read more...] about Using the Random House Book of Poetry for Children
4 Ways To Learn About Ancient Civilizations In High School
Discover the rich history of ancient civilizations in a way that captivates the high school student. These four options for study use Secrets of the Wildflowers as a guide to help your learner explore ancient civilizations. As the author of Secrets of the Wildflowers, I'm thrilled to share with you the journey of Miu, a resilient young woman navigating the complexities of ancient … [Read more...] about 4 Ways To Learn About Ancient Civilizations In High School
Judah Bible Curriculum Review
There is no shortage of Bible curriculum in the homeschool world. Many curricula have Bible study built into their studies but some do not. Biblical Principle Approach places God at the center of every subject, but there is still a need for more formal Bible study. The choice I made is Judah Bible Curriculum. What is the Judah Bible Curriculum? The Judah Bible Curriculum is a “Principle … [Read more...] about Judah Bible Curriculum Review