Introduction to Nature Journaling

This class is designed to set up your child to the process of nature journaling, which is the practice of observing and responding to nature through drawing and writing. This journal is not only a record of observations in their natural surroundings, but one that has value in the process as well. It encourages your child to increase their mindfulness of their natural habitat and pay attention to detail. The goal is to increase an appreciation of nature's beauty, improve recognition of different species, and have an understanding of their local flora and fauna. This is done while also improving the ability of writing, drawing, and researching. This will provide time to be in nature, listen, and have some quiet time. Give your child a break from screen time and encourage a connectedness to nature by providing the skill of nature journaling!

I will be teaching this as an introduction to nature journaling. The way I will teach the class is I will walk the students through a drawing and writing activity that will provide as an example of nature journaling, walking them through how they can then go and create their own unique nature journal entry. They will learn what a nature journal looks like, what is included, and how to learn more about the aspects of nature studied that day. This skill will help show them how to slow down their mind, focus on the quiet, and appreciate the natural environment that they inhabit. 

This class is for students that enjoy being in nature and also have an appreciation for drawing. Please make sure the learner has a blank piece of paper and pencil. It is preferred they have an art pad that they could continue the process of nature journaling in, but is not necessary for this single day course. There will be an opportunity for them to share their nature journal at the end of the session.