The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

bird watcher. Another activity that my children enjoy is to have a nature journal to draw pictures of what they have observed while being outside.

Now that spring has arrived, make plans for getting outside with your child daily to marvel in God’s creation. Remember that fostering a love of science doesn’t have to be complicated. Just get outside, have fun, and keep it simple. Through observation, nature walks, and simple science stations you can encourage your child to be a scientist.

Jennifer Chandler is a wife and homeschool mommy. Currently, she teaches three of her five children . She enjoys reading, writing, reviewing books, coffee and dark chocolate . She writes lesson plans for Schoolhouse Teachers .com. You can also find her on Pinterest at This Grace Place ( www.pinterest.com/ ThisGrace Place) .