Product Description
From the vast reaches of the universe to the smallest micro-ecosystems, this engaging, beautifully illustrated guide invites kids to explore the science of our incredible home.
With easy-to-understand explanations, fascinating facts, and more than 30 hands-on activities, children will gain a deeper appreciation for Earth and its role in the cosmos.
This exciting Earth science journey covers everything from astronomy and geology to atmosphere, ecosystems, and energy flow. Young learners will examine our planet’s structure, explore weather patterns, study biomes and food webs, and discover how Earth’s natural systems work together to support life. Every chapter ends with fun, interactive projects that bring learning to life—making it ideal for both homeschool and classroom use.
What You’ll Explore in Nature School: Planet Earth:
- Earth’s Place in Space: Discover where Earth fits in the Milky Way, our solar system, and how its movement affects day, night, and seasons.
- Inside Earth: Learn about gravity, magnetic fields, and what lies beneath our feet.
- The Atmosphere: Understand the layers of air that surround our planet and how they affect weather and climate.
- Life on Earth: Explore what makes life possible—from sunlight and water to natural resources and biodiversity.
- Earth’s Living Systems: Study ecosystems, food webs, and the delicate balance that connects every living thing.
Hands-On Activities Include:
- Making a model solar system
- Exploring gravity with simple materials
- Charting the phases of the moon
- Creating a weather journal
- Building a food web
- Simulating erosion and more!
Following the award-winning format of the original Nature School, this book combines physical and life sciences to give kids a well-rounded introduction to Earth science—while keeping learning fun and meaningful.
Whether you’re exploring as a family or diving into a homeschool science unit, Nature School: Planet Earth will spark curiosity, ignite wonder, and build a solid foundation for understanding the world around us—and our place in it.
Note: This book does not teach evolution. However, it does reference the Earth’s age from an old-earth perspective.
The Workbook
More than just worksheets, Nature School: Planet Earth—The Workbook is an invitation to wonder, create, and think critically about the world we live in. With a mix of open-ended questions, drawing prompts, short writing assignments, and hands-on challenges, this workbook encourages kids to explore Earth science in a way that’s both personal and memorable.
Designed to complement the main book, the workbook helps reinforce key concepts while sparking creativity. Kids won’t just memorize facts—they’ll interact with ideas, observe the world around them, and make meaningful connections between science and their everyday lives.
