*This post contains affiliate links. One of the most fun things to do when studying science is to view things under a microscope. Seeing things at that level changes the way we look at and think about the world around us. We just need to learn how to use a microscope. Kids of all ages…
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We are in the middle of studying the states of matter. While it may be easy for kids to learn the difference between solids, liquids, and gases, they need to be able to describe the differences. Those descriptions are a part of learning observation skills that are so important to science. This post contains…
Our second grader has been learning about animal habitats with Nancy Larson Science. He has loved his science study this year, but learning about animals has taken his interest to a whole new level. The curriculum has a way of presenting science that encourages the student to think and ask questions. It is designed…
When we need variety and fun in our homeschool lessons, I regularly turn to lapbooks. They are fun ways to learn new material or to review. I am always keeping my eye out for new ones we might be able to use. When I saw in the Elemental Science newsletter (sign up HERE), that the…
The unseasonably warm temperatures for late October have allowed for some great outdoors, hands-on activities to build on and expand the knowledge my second grader is gaining through his Nancy Larson Science curriculum. We had fun last week collecting leaves and doing bark rubbings in the backyard. This week, we learned a little about oak tree identification….
