Are you in search of engaging ways to teach earth science in your homeschool or classroom? Hands-on activities help make complex concepts more memorable and enjoyable for students. Whether you’re building models of Earth’s layers, measuring stream flow, or exploring plate boundaries, these interactive lessons will bring earth science to life in your classroom! In […]
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Are you studying birds in your homeschool or classroom? Engaging your students with interactive bird activities can make learning about these unique animals memorable. Birds provide a great opportunity to explore key science concepts, from understanding bird adaptations and behaviors to investigating their diets and life cycles.
Bird wings are not one size fits all – bird wings come in many specialized forms that are serve different functions and fit different lifestyles. Let’s take a look at a few different types of bird wings and what they do!
The beach is a fantastic spot for bird watching; you’ll encounter a fascinating array of seabirds and shorebirds—each adapted to life in a saltwater environment. Through adaptation, these species have each carved out their own place in the coastal ecosystem, making the ocean an exciting destination for birders.
Rocks and minerals are an important topic in the field of geology. Learning about rocks and minerals can be so fun for both kids and adults. Here are 7 hands-on rock and mineral activity ideas to try out in your classroom or homeschool.
Get ready to try some fun outdoor learning activities this summer! Read on to learn about recently released units, free resources, and more! Below, I’ve put together a list of my most recent new units, freebies, blog posts, and upcoming sale dates at Wild Earth Lab! Plus, my favorite outdoor learning activities for summer! I […]
If you are studying rocks and minerals, you may be wondering: “what is the difference between rocks and minerals? Are they the same?”. The simple answer is no, they are not the same. You see, minerals are the building blocks of rocks. Below, we will dive into exactly what a rock and a mineral are, […]
In this lab, you will dive into the amazing world of minerals! Minerals are the building blocks of rocks, but they are also so much more. In fact, chances are that rocks and minerals play a role in your day-to-day life!
Are you studying rocks and minerals? Mineral identification may seem challenging at first, but by using these physical properties, you can identify many common minerals! Below, you will find a list of the physical properties of minerals that will help you identify minerals. Before we dive in: If you’re an educator planning to teach mineral physical properties, […]
Perhaps you have made a “cup of dirt” from pudding. But you can turn this simple snack into a tasty science activity by creating a soil horizons parfait! For this activity, you will make a parfait with 6 layers to represent the 6 horizons. This is an entertaining and tasty way to teach your students […]