What does every little Scientist need? A bunch of tools and I have a great idea for an On-the-Go Kit of course. Just so happens I am a school and craft supply pack rat, lol. This can be a bad thing BUT for the most part is very good for our homeschool. My children have access to all sorts of fun goodies that mom has collected or saved for them.
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I’ve got that mid-Winter nature and crafts itch. You know the one where you want to find good crafts and activities for children. Hoping to brighten up your dreary dark Winter walls with cheerful artwork and projects. Maybe it’s just me with a house that is lacking in windows and natural light!
I am hoping this provides any parent, grandparent or caregiver with a tremendous amount of bird activities to stay busy all Winter long. Do not worry if you do not know much about birds because we have you covered there as well. Check out my Free Bird Watching Resources.
Since Winter is a great time to bird watch why not at bird crafts and activities to the mix. Sure you could do snowflakes, snowmen, and the like. I’m a little sick of the cold and snow. Bring on the birds! The following ideas were contributed by fellow Kid Blogger Network Bloggers. These bloggers have really awesome ideas. ENJOY!
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ABC Animal Handprints and Feathered Bird Craft from Craftulate
Creating Rock Chicks and other fun at the farm from The Craft Train
In a People House Book Activities from There’s Just One Mommy
Storybook Art- Bird Alphabet Book & Craft from Teach Beside Me
Turkey Felt Finger Puppets from Something 2 Offer
Spring Crafts for Kids: Nest and Bird Craft from Buggy and Buddy
Bird Feeding at Home & around the Classroom from Carrots are Orange
Bird Seed Heart from The Educator’s Spin On It
cheerio bird feeders from Happy Hooligans
DIY Bird Feeders from School Time Snippets
Kid Approved Bird Feeder Wreath from Busy Kids Happy Mom
Milk Jug Bird Feeder and orange cup bird feeders from Happy Hooligans
Pine Cone Bird Feeder from There’s Just One Mommy
simple corn and chestnut feeders for birds and squirrels
Bird Watching with Kids from Peace Not Quiet
How to Study Birds with FREE Printable from Teacher’s of Good Things
HOW TO HELP BACKYARD BIRDS BUILD THEIR NESTS by What do we do all day?
Summer Bird Nest Study from Teach Beside Me
Waterhole Wednesday: African Fish Eagle from Mud Hut Mama
Trail Mix for Bird Watching {Birds & Eggs}
Is Science and Nature part of your Preschool Prep? How do you teach Preschoolers about Science and Nature? Simple. Lots of hands-on exploration and activities. Children are naturally curious so build on that curiosity and you will be surprised at how much they will learn.
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Do you have a young child or two who has outgrown Tot School and is ready for Preschool? Have you looked at all the free online choices during your preschool preparation? Does thinking about preschool curriculum make your head spin? Well, I know that the amount of free “Letter of the Week” and “Themed” curriculum is astounding.
I am creating the Preschool Prep series to help other moms and caregivers out! I have spent lots of time researching and planning for Preschool for Lil’ Red and I want to pass on this wealth of knowledge and resources to my readers!
I plan to share a variety of ideas and ways to prepare yourself, your environment, and your child for preschool in a multi-part series. I could create a super long and over whelming post with tons and tons of ideas, but I do not want to add frustration to your Preschool Prep situation. I want to share ideas for learning letters, numbers, colors, shapes, name recognition, character studies, etc. I will share with you very simple activities you can create yourself or some items you could look for during garage sale season. I am hoping to lessen your time and the amount of money you spend by sharing what I am doing.
Take a walk around your yard, block, park, or neighborhood. Head to a nature park if you have one nearby. Be sure to take a magnifying glass or box with you to get an up close look at the new things you might find! Check with your states Department of Natural resources for free local field guides or stop by your library for resources for your area.
Magnifying Glass
Binoculars
Field Guides
Nature Story Books
Natural Materials-simple to find with a quick walk around your yard or around the block
Hands-on Learning:
FREE Science Discovery Curriculum for Early Childhood– 75 core science-related learning experiences,with coordinating lesson plans
Dental Health
Skeletal System
Bird Study
Games and Active Activities:
Things to Make:
Preschool Prep: Learning Shapes
Preschool Prep: Learning Letters
Got the homeschool blues? Need to spice things up a bit?
Have you been homeschooling for awhile and want to try something new?
Maybe you are new to homeschooling and still trying to figure things out.
If you need a break from your “typical” day or routine then check out
{Spice Up Your Homeschool} for valuable tips and ideas!
Add some pizzazz to your science with nature study journals. Grab some paper and colored pencils. Then head outside to see what you can find. You might be surprised what your child finds interesting enough to draw. Talk about what you hear and then what you see or smell.
Wanna be a little more adventurous? Then go on a nature scavenger hunt and check out Bits & Pieces links to a variety of Scavenger Hunt ideas.
Wanna be more creative? Create your own nature journals. Lots of tutorials for nature journals on pinterest. Use recycled materials and you are going green!
Handbook of Nature Study– free download of 1911 version for pdf, epub, kindle
How to start a Nature Study– from Practical Pages
How to use Handbook of Nature study– from Charlotte Mason Help
One hour Nature Challenge
Notebooking Flickr Group
Handbook of Nature Study Newsletter
Collect leaves- press in large phone book and laminate with contact paper
Leaf or bark rubbing- use old crayons with paper removed
Bird Notebooking Pages from DIY homschoolers
TONS of Science forms
Nature Noteboking Pages on pinterest via Our Westward Journey
Bees/Butterflies/Wasp Notebooking Pages
{Spice Up Your Homeschool} PE: Try Tennis
{Spice Up Your Homeschool} History: Penny Collecting
{Spice Up Your Homeschool} Geography: State Quarters
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