Charlotte Mason Nature Study Semester 1
Join our engaging Charlotte Mason Nature Study and Nature Journaling Enrichment Club! Students will craft their own nature journals by closely observing local wildlife and exploring weekly nature themes.
Tammy Metz
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What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
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1 hour per week. Students can download a pdf of the unit observation. This is an optional activity. Students will be encouraged to share pictures of their nature journal entries.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Welcome to our Semester 1 Charlotte Mason Nature Study Enrichment Club! Each session is an exciting journey where we explore the wonders of nature together. Here’s what you can expect: Every unit will feature an nature observation focus to complete. This might be a chart or a log or something in nature to observe. I will provide a post where you can share your observations. I am excited to learn and comment on what you find! For every lesson I will invite you to share what encounters in nature you have observed in your area. Even in the busiest of cities nature can be observed. I will be sharing what I've seen, too in a post where I hope to have lots of conversations. I will present a short nature lesson on topic that encourages observation and questions. I love questions and I am happy to answer them! Curious about the difference between a typhoon and a hurricane? Just send me a message. I will be looking forward to discovering these topics with you! We will complete a nature journal entry on the lesson's topic. I will have a drawing tutorial to help students with their drawing ability. There will be a post where you can share any of your journal entries. There will be an optional Padlet where students can upload their nature art. (I receive a notification each time there is an upload so the Padlet will be monitored for safety and appropriateness). We will wrap up every unit with a fun Kahoot! game. "Let them [children] once get in touch with nature and a habit is formed which will be a source of delight and habit through life." -Charlotte Mason
Learning Goals
The goal for this course is for students to learn how to observe nature, ask questions and find answers. Students will record what they have observed in a nature journal.
Syllabus
4 Units
16 Lessons
over 1 WeekUnit 1: Deep Sea Animals
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Semester 1/ Deep-Sea Dragonfish
Did you know there's a fish in the deep ocean that can make its own light? Let's explore how the Deep-Sea Dragonfish does it! 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Angler Fish
Imagine a fish that fishes for its food! How does the Angler Fish lure its prey? Lesson 3:
Gulper Eel
In this lesson we will learn why the Gulper Eel got its name. Hint: It's in the name GULP! Lesson 4:
Deep-Sea Hatchetfish
Let's learn about the adaptations of the Deep-Sea Hatchetfish for life in the deep ocean.
We will also have an end of unit Kahoot! Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will be an optional Padlet where students can upload their nature art. (I receive a notification each time there is an upload so the Padlet will be monitored for safety and appropriateness). Student submissions will be deleted once they complete the course.
You tube videos may be used within the video lesson as examples of what animal/plant etc we are discussing. Other YouTube Videos.thers videos may be shared for students to view independently (such as a drawing tutorial). These will be vetted for appropriateness.
Supply List
The Out-Of-Doors :) A notebook to keep record of their findings and to record information from classroom lessons. A pencil. Optional: Colored pencils, pencils, scissors, glue, printer, tape.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in English from Colorado State University-Pueblo (Formerly University of Southern Colorado)
I am a licensed elementary teacher with 34 years experience. I am a homeschool parent with 24 years experience. Charlotte Mason has been my family's preferred way of learning. I hope to inspire and give learners skills, tools and a desire to know more about the world around them. Charlotte Mason teachers "spread the feast" and allow students to take what nourishes them. Reviews
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Ages: 8-13
