Exploring His World

“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.” Psalm 19:1

I want my children to see Him everytime they look at creation. I want them to marvel at His handiwork and be in awe of His power when they look at the mountains. I want them to see His beauty when they pause to look at a flower or a sunset. I want them to love and praise Him for all He’s made.

In our My Father’s World Curriculum, we are encouraged to go on a Nature Walk once a week. For anyone who is not familiar with Charlotte Mason’s educational theory, she strongly believed that children need to spend time in nature. Based on a suggestion from a friend, I purchased My Nature Journal: A Personal Nature Guide for Young People. The journal encourages children to explore, study, and learn about bugs, birds, animals, tree, plants and other wildlife. They are encouraged to draw what they find, write stories, poetry and enjoy the wonders of the outdoors. The journal is divided into five sections: the woodlands, the meadows, ponds and streams, the coast and twilight. It includes a variety of activities that is sure to interest any child.

My son and his brother went on a scavenger hunt in our yard, searching for items listed in the journal. He has also enjoyed collecting leaves and doing leaf rubbings. We have really enjoyed the Nature Walks so far and I’m hoping that once it’s not so hot outside we can explore God’s creation more than just once a week.

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