Yesterday we completed Challenge #6 over at the Handbook of Nature Study blog. We have decided to study a tree in our backyard for the entire year which looks much like the ones we have at our local park. The days here in ABQ have been picture perfect, so we once again took our studies to the park.
Part of the challenge of nature studies is to get everyone outdoors to enjoy God's creation. I have noticed that on the days we get outside for a little while, everyone's mood and attitude is much better-- including my own!
Chloe commented, "Mom, I feel so free when I can feel the sand between my toes!"
Perfect place to practice ballet
Abby getting a running start for a round-off. We all feel certain she'll add that back hand spring soon!
Some of the best things about fall and the outdoors are jumping in a pile of leaves, and
climbing trees!
Challenge #6 contains suggestions for collections, and the kids have already been bringing a little of the outdoors inside. Our collection box is nothing fancy--just an old shoe box!
In trying to encourage the kids in keeping their own nature journal, I've started one of my own.
