Children should be encouraged to watch, patiently and quietly, until they learn something of the habits and history of bee, ant, wasp, spider, hairy caterpillar, dragon-fly, and whatever of larger growth comes in their way.  (Charlotte Mason, Home Education, p. 65)

First Lessons in Nature Study is a beginning guide for parents to enjoy Nature Study with their children. The guide shows parents how to set up a lesson, plan an outing, keep a nature journal, and provides four read-to-go outdoor studies that require no preparation.

Table of Contents

1. Why Nature Study?
2. Helping Your Child Find “Delightful, Small Discoveries”
3. Tips for Better Nature Walks
4. Nature Study #1: Microclimates
5. Nature Study #2: Needle Knowledge
6. Nature Study #3: Parts of a Tree
7. Nature Study #4:  Finding the Goldenrod Gall Wasp
8. 100 Nature-Oriented Things to Do
9. Keeping a Nature Journal
10. Books to Inspire and Teach