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July 26, 2023

Exploring Nature with the WILD Mag

In INFORMATION, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOORS INSIDE, PRINTABLES

If you are searching for fun, beautiful, engaging ways to learn about and interact with nature, look no further! Whether you homeschool or just enjoy learning about nature and doing simple hands-on family activities, the WILD Mag has you covered throughout the summer and all year long. Today, Missouri mom of three and ecology writer, Laura Stroup, will introduce you to her “go to” nature study curriculum, which she uses for both homeschooling and teaching at…

Nature’s Math: Earthworm Measuring with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, LESSONS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Measuring earthworms with kids is a fun and educational outdoor activity that can provide a great opportunity for children to connect with nature and learn about the world around them. It’s a simple yet engaging activity that requires only a few basic materials and can be easily adapted to suit different age groups and skill levels. Measuring worms can also help children develop important skills such as observation, estimation, and measurement while fostering an appreciation…

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June 2, 2022

Dissecting Daffodils and Tulips with Kids

In CRAFTS, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOORS INSIDE, SPRING

Some of the first signs of spring are the colorful blossoms of tulips and daffodils. Without fail, those early pops of springtime color bring delight to our souls. As the tulips and daffodils bravely poke their leaves up through the soil, send out stems and buds, and then finally bloom, they remind us that winter will not last forever. And while they’re beautiful to admire and look at, they’re also a fun and hands-on way for…

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February 1, 2022

Skipping Stones with Kids: How to Skip Rocks and the Science Behind It

In LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

Skipping stones is a super fun and easy outdoor activity for kids of all ages. It’s also a great way to begin teaching kids about physics and the science behind bouncing rocks on water! Today, Michelle Garrett, California mom and founder of Wonder Club Explorers is here with all the info you need to know to get started teaching your kids how to skip stones. She’s covering the basics from how to choose the perfect…

Wilderness Survival Skills for Teens and Tweens

In CAMP, INFORMATION, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, TEENS

Getting kids outside to experience the wonders of nature isn’t limited to the early childhood years. In a world infused with technology and fast-paced demands, our teens and tweens need the great outdoors more than ever. However, by the time they’ve reached their teen years, our kids are often past the days of playing at the park for hours on end. So, how do we encourage them to continue to love nature, to explore its…

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November 16, 2021

10 Must Read Exploration & Adventure Chapter Books For Kids

In BOOKS, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL

We’re BIG fans of books around here. We’ve featured the most beautiful picture books about nature, diverse nature books, the best nature-themed holiday books, and even a huge list of educational nature books. As our kids get older and want books that are more substantial than just pretty pictures, we’re moving our young readers into chapter books. But not all chapter books are equal. We love finding chapter books that have a nature theme, lovable…

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October 25, 2021

Pumpkin Science Experiments for Kids

In CRAFTS, FALL, LESSONS

Looking for a fun way to utilize those pumpkins from the patch, while teaching kids about science? Look no further! Today, Texas homeschooling mom Lauren Cain is here sharing four amazing pumpkin science experiments for kids. She’ll walk you through how to make pumpkin bubbles, pumpkin slime, pumpkin elephant toothpaste, and how to dissect a pumpkin. Get your little scientists excited for fall and Halloween with these fun experiments. Pumpkin science experiments for kids ‘Tis…

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Child discovering eastern newt salamander in red eft stage.

September 4, 2021

Discovering the Wonders of Salamanders with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, LESSONS, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS, WATER

Exploring nature with kids is always an adventure. There are so many things for them to discover and learn with their senses. Sometimes, they find new plants and creatures that even we parents know very little about. This can be unnerving because we don’t always know if it is safe for our children to explore. Salamanders, with their bright colors, potential toxicity, teeth, and generally strong ability to remain unseen, are one such creature many…

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August 18, 2021

Teaching Map Reading Skills to Kids: Toddlers thru Teens

In INFORMATION, LESSONS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Knowing how to read a map is an essential skill for kids and adults. Not only do you need to know how to find out where you are, but you need to be able to navigate safely to your destination. Now more than ever we’ve become heavily reliant on technology. Our phones and GPS devices are great (when they work), but you shouldn’t be fully dependent on devices when you’re out adventuring. Knowing how to…

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November 20, 2020

Nature-Inspired Outdoor STEAM Activities for Kids

In CRAFTS, LESSONS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

STEAM is not a new concept. In fact, it is integrated into curricula throughout the US and in many other countries around the world. The internet is also full of many activities that are STEAM inspired and teach kids about the core concepts contained therein. However, the vast majority of these activities are designed to happen in the classroom. But here at Run Wild My Child, we know kids learn best when they’re outside and…

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November 11, 2020

How to Cultivate Nature-Inspired Literacy in Children

In BEACH, BIKE, HIKE, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS

These days, the adage “not all learning happens in the classroom” couldn’t be more true. The notion of a classroom has been redefined by the pandemic. Kids are learning from home and from school, on the road in RVs, and while at the beach. Learning can happen anywhere! Given the deconstructed school day that exists for many, why not use this opportunity to redefine the classroom a little more? Today, Creative Team member Michelle Garrett,…

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Exploring Nature with the WILD Mag

Nature’s Math: Earthworm Measuring with Kids

Dissecting Daffodils and Tulips with Kids

Skipping Stones with Kids: How to Skip Rocks and the Science Behind It

Wilderness Survival Skills for Teens and Tweens

10 Must Read Exploration & Adventure Chapter Books For Kids

Pumpkin Science Experiments for Kids

Discovering the Wonders of Salamanders with Kids

Teaching Map Reading Skills to Kids: Toddlers thru Teens

Nature-Inspired Outdoor STEAM Activities for Kids

How to Cultivate Nature-Inspired Literacy in Children

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