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Build Your Own Backyard Pond with the Pondlady

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:04:56 -0600

Learn to build a pond with the pondlady. She shares her almost 20 years experience in designing and building ponds cheaper and easier than any other method you have read about. From building to troubleshooting, from plants to fish, we talk about what...

Frog Unit Study: Hopping to Learn

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:54:11 -0600

The spring continues to warm the earth and frogs are laying eggs in the vernal pools. As the tadpoles begin to hatch, what will they be learning?

Pull up a lily pad and listen to the story of Grandfather Frog, hop around the hundreds board, and leav...

Tuscan Gardens - By Design

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:53:51 -0600

Interested in designing�your own romantic�Tuscan Gardens?�

The gardens of Tuscany are a sight to behold, casual yet elegant, comfortable, inviting�and�extremely romantic.�Tuscan Gardens - By Design,�is dedicated to...

The Red-tailed Hawk

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:05:08 -0600

The Red-tailed Hawk is the most common hawk in North America. It soars over the open country in search of its prey or perches in a tree at the edge of a field or meadow. With its sharp eyes peeled, it watches for the slightest movement signaling the...

The Mallard Duck

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 19:03:29 -0600

The green head, yellow bill, and black rump of the Mallard Duck is a familiar sight for many people living in the Northern hemisphere. Nearly 10 million Mallards live in North America with millions more in Eurasia. It is thought to be the most abunda...

Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:23:32 -0600

An introduction to a brilliant show of wildflowers from British Columbia, Washington and Oregon.

(Lupinus arcticus)
a.k.a. arctic lupine is one of the more common wildflowers in British Columbia. (photo to the left)

Baby Animal Pictures

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:21:09 -0600

This�page is about baby animals and�pictures of them.�Living in the woods, as I do, gives me a special appreciation�for nature, animals, and especially baby animals. I love to see the little ones with their mamma.

I've included on...

Eight Ways Animal Spirits Teach Us About Life

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:22:21 -0600

* Helps integrate nature into your life
* Can announce physical changes or danger
* Will help develop more appreciation for all life
* Can foretell shifts in consciousness
* Signals times of insight and opportunity
* Adds affirmation and clarity to y...

Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:35:42 -0600

How do you feel about Gray Wolves? What do you know about wolves in general? Do wolves really dress in Grandma's clothes and eat little girls?

Learn about the anatomy of these fascinating canines, where they live, their distinctive features and how...

Create a Backyard Bird Sanctuary

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:15:30 -0600

Bird watching is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in the world. It provides a relaxing and educational diversion from the stresses of life and work. It can be a meditative, solitary experience or a social activity. There are bird watchin...

Five Steps To Happy Hummers

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:50:01 -0600

Here you'll find proven methods for attracting and caring for hummingbirds. Beginner to advanced hummer enthusiasts will find valuable information and helpful tips galore. My hope is that this knowledge will provide a more enjoyable experience for yo...

Baby Birds

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:13:34 -0600

Here you'll find pictures of baby birds and birds at the nest.

It's a rare treat to see birds feeding their young�at the nest and some photographers have captured this moment.

I love birds and hope to share some of those special moments with you.

T...

How to Start a Vegetable Garden

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:20:31 -0600

Do you want to learn how to start a vegetable garden?

This is a�collection�of the�best vegetable gardening tips from my site,�Fresh Cooking From Your Garden. �It includes everything you need to know to grow your own garden&nbs...

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:43:51 -0600

Think solitude and friends..the gentle ripples of water as the canoe glides through...

The boink and ploink of water�falling�from raised blades...

A loon�wails its plaintive cry...

That steady hum in your ears is made by a gazillion mo...

Marvellous World of Birds

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 06:04:10 -0600

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Welcome�to the beautiful and amazing lovely world of birds

Birds are truly unique and beautiful creatures, they are also captivate and charming to watch and all around us, roosting and nesting on our building and feeding in our gardens, the...

Birdwatching in the Philippines

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 03:42:24 -0600

Philippines is a perfect place to be! With 7,100 islands, there is such a variety to choose and there are other attractions too.

Picture yourself traveling along to the north side of the country where the pine-clad mountains and cool, clear air resi...

The Amazing Wild Gliders

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:36:46 -0600

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In the deep thick jungle of Borneo lies vast animals that yet to be identified and it kind of disheartening that these jungle of forest is rapidly been destroyed by human through logging and fire.

While this happening, its very interesting to kn...

Why the Snowy Owl is the Perfect Aerial Predator for the Arctic

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:23:50 -0600

Snowy Owls...they're elusive, secretive, and a silent predator. Only a handful of animals can exist in the frigid, bleak Arctic region. The Snowy Owl has adapted to this open, perilous environment perfectly.

Though the Snowy Owl is globally known, n...

American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:22:35 -0600

This page�contains�facts about the American black bear, including physical traits, behavior, diet, reproduction, communication, tracks, and signs.

You'll also find lots of pictures of bears!

Turkey Vultures

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:57:14 -0600

The Turkey Vulture is a scavenger, feeding off the remains of dead domestic and wild animals. Dependent on its sense of smell to locate the carcasses, a fresh kill will not always attract its attention. If the carcass has been left in the open for a...

Ladybug Land

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:28:01 -0600

Welcome to Ladybug Land! Here you will find fun and interesting facts about the cutest little bugs in all the land and some fun products featuring the spotted little sweethearts. Check in with us often because we will always be adding content!!!

The Blue Jay

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:18:58 -0600

Blue Jays are beautiful birds and fun to watch, but they are birdfeeder bullies. They will chase smaller birds away until they've had their fill.

Ladybugs Are Good For Your Garden

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:52:19 -0600

Learn everything you need to know about ladybugs and why they are good for your garden! Buy live ladybugs and find cute ladybug gifts including Ladybug Land, a natural ladybug habitat for your children!

Attracting ladybugs to your garden can provide y...

What happened to RECESS?

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 08:55:47 -0600

Do you remember the games you played during recess as a child? Think about all the physical activity that involved and what you learned from those recess games.

Did you know that more and more recess is being replaced by testing and homework? While...

Preserving Native Habitats in Louisiana

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:43:27 -0600

Scientists from all over the world, like Douglas Tallamy the author of Bringing Nature Home, are advocating using native plants in sustainable, ecologically balanced gardens in suburban and urban yards to help bring back the beneficial insects that a...

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:26:14 -0600

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is one of sixteen hummingbirds to inhabit North America. It is a tiny bird, weighing less than a penny. Hummingbirds are the only species that can fly in any direction including upside down and backwards.

The Great Blue Heron

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:58:47 -0600

The Great Blue Heron is the largest of the North American herons, dwarfing other herons as well as its closest relatives, the egrets and bitterns.

Lake Tahoe Activities

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:34:43 -0600

Lake Tahoe is a favorite destination for vacationers from every corner of the globe. We'll take a closer look at a variety of Lake Tahoe activities and the recreational opportunities in and around the Tahoe Basin. Make reservations online for the bes...

Northern Cardinals

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:03:53 -0600

The Northern Cardinal is one of the most popular birds in the United States. It is one of the first birds a child learns to recognize and most adults, birders and non-birders alike recognize it on sight. Its bright red coloring is distinctive.

Hydrangeas

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:11:46 -0600

Few shrubs can rival the full form and unique flowers that Hydrangeas bring to the garden. Pretty single-colored flowers that look like pom poms, hydrangeas are available in shades of purple, red, blue, or white. Learn all about this beautiful shrub.

Golden Eagle

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:30:25 -0600

The Golden Eagle is one of the best known birds of prey in the Northern Hemisphere. They prefer the open country rather than forests and can be spotted in desert grasslands, and above the timberline.

Loggerhead Turtles Love Florida!

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:35:20 -0600

The Loggerhead Turtle, the most common sea turtle in the United States, can be seen anywhere ranging from Newfoundland to Argentina. Most Loggerheaded Turtle nesting areas in the U.S. are located right in Florida, an estimated 90% or so to be exact....

Water Lilies in Your Backyard Pond

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:52:51 -0600

Many people have ponds just so they can have water lilies. Here in New Orleans we love tropicals with their aroma reminiscent of tropical islands and colors that defy description.
Hardy water lilies are beautiful and grow anywhere. If you have a pond...

American Robin

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:23:41 -0600

As a child, I was told that spotting a robin in the yard heralded the arrival of spring. Living in northern Minnesota, that was usually the case, but while most robins migrate southward in the winter, not all of them do. Their breeding range is exten...

Mediaeval Gardening - Organically for the benefit of Wildlife

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 20:14:10 -0600

With tadpoles and newts in the pond, Spring gets off to a good start for this organic mediaeval style vegetable plot and informal, almost cottage-like garden. By not using chemicals in the garden and working with nature the wildlife finds its own nat...

Confessions of a Maine Clam Digger

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:50:50 -0600

Most regions of the country and the world have some unique ways of earning a living. Digging for clams in the coastal waters of Maine is a rugged way of life and often, as with commercial fishing, is passed down through generations of coastal familie...

Bluebirds: Classroom Meadow Theme

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 05:40:20 -0600

Summer nears and the bluebirds start nesting along the fenceline. The children are fascinated with the way they fly back and forth to build their nests. They become the focus of our next Unit Study, Bluebirds of the Meadow.

As your little bluebirds...

Great Horned Owl

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:03:57 -0600

The Great Horned Owl is a phenomenal hunter. When it recognizes the sound of prey, it will hop from tree to tree until it pinpoints the source. Then it silently swoops in with its talons wide and pounces on the unsuspecting prey.

Garden Furniture

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 05:50:19 -0600

Garden furniture and gardening lens. Make the most of your garden all year round.

The Virtual Garden

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:06:55 -0600

Do you get spring fever as soon as the seed catalogs arrive in early January? I do. Gardening is a very therapeutic and relaxing hobby. What a great feeling when you are connected to the earth. It is so calming to watch all the beautiful plants emerg...

River Otters: Playful Friends of our society!

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:21:33 -0600

Learn about River Otters through games and hands-on learning centers. Decorate you classroom with a Woodlands Riverbank Theme.

Learn the habits of River Otters, the food they eat and how they raise their young. You will find suggestions for both fic...

Black-capped Chickadee

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:36:59 -0600

This familiar little bird seems to be in constant motion. It can be seen hopping from branch to branch and tree to tree. Named for its easily recognized song, chick-a-dee-dee-dee, the Chickadee is a regular visitor to backyard bird feeders.

Tiger Island: The Awesome Pawsome

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:55:37 -0600

�Tiger Island Zoo is raising tigers in order to save the gene pool of these endangered big cats. Sign a Petition to Save Tigers and learn tiger facts.

And the Awesome Pawsome are born! Taj, Sultan, Rama and Sita come into the world, and Taj is th...

Lemmings: Arctic Classroom Theme

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:29:43 -0600

When the winds start to howl and the snow begins to blow you can capture your student's attention with this innovative Arctic Unit Study focusing on lemmings.

Your little lemmings will be excited to learn with a theme that includes little furry crea...

California Condor

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:15:25 -0600

The California Condor was on the brink of extinction with its numbers dropping to less than 25. They are still endangered, but conservation efforts have paid off. Last count there were 302 California Condors in existence.

Naturally Native Creations

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:46:06 -0600

Naturally Native is all about our love of nature, animals and the great outdoors. We enjoy Louisiana's scenic rivers and the abundant native flora and fauna and we want to share it with the world. Most of the photographs featured here were taken in S...

Gothic Gardens

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:00:52 -0600

Gothic Garden Design provides ideas for designing and maintaining�your own�Gothic-style garden, including how to create a moon garden, Gothic garden plants, Gothic garden statues, helpful links and more, but remember when it comes to Gothic...

Planning a trip to an Australian Zoo or Wildlife Sanctuary?

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:27:53 -0600

There are more unique species native to Australia than any other country, so if you're planning a holiday "down under" you'll definitely want to check out at least one of our many zoos and wildlife sanctuaries while you are here.

Although in the pas...

Green Eggs & Chickens: How Raising Chickens can Help Save the Planet!

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:34:49 -0600

No, my eggs and my chickens aren't actually green. The eggs are brown and the chickens are black (but they do have a green sheen in the sun). We mean "green" in terms of earth friendly.

If you want to know:
*How chickens can be earth friendly,
*Why...

Peregrine Falcons

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:05:30 -0600

The Peregrine Falcon is one of the fastest flying birds in existence today. It has been clocked at 90 mph (145 km/hr).

It's Raining! It's Pouring!

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:24:23 -0600

Water, rain, puddles, wetness...

This lens will give you dozens of ideas, resources, hints and tricks to create water-themed rainy activities for both homeschool families and classrooms.

There are endless possibilities to spark the interest of your...

Swainson's Hawk

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:51:58 -0600

The Swainson's Hawk can eat an average of 100 grasshoppers a day giving it the nickname 'Grasshopper Hawk'.

Ferruginous Hawk

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:48:41 -0600

Due to the decrease in grasslands and prairies, the Ferruginous Hawk population is on the decline. It may end up on the endangered species list within the next year or two.

Walkography: How Photographers Get Great Legs

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:40:57 -0600

Walkography [wahk-ogg-rah-fee] noun.

1. a sport combining walking and photography.
2. a great way to get fit and have fun outdoors.
3. a new method of investigating the world around you.

What's walkography you ask? It's a "sport" of sorts that make...

Sandhill Cranes

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:46:51 -0600

Evidence suggests that the Sandhill Crane is the oldest known bird species in existence today. A fossil of a bird estimated to be10 million years old was found in Nebraska, a popular stopover point for migrating birds. Its structure was identical to...

The Evolution of Whales

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:49:00 -0600

Cetacea is an order of mammals that includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Cetaceans are the descendants of terrestrial (land) animals that returned to the sea. Present classifications put cetaceans as close relatives to hippopotamus, and also som...

The Snowy Egret

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 06:39:45 -0600

Snowy Egrets inhabit marshes, swamps, ponds, lakes, and shallow coastal areas and tidal flats. In the 19th and early 20th century, they were hunted to near extinction for their beautiful white feathers.

The Eastern Screech-Owl

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:36:28 -0600

The Eastern Screech Owl is an elusive nocturnal predator. It is usually identified by its distinctive call, which varies from a low whistle or whinny to a hoot, rather than by sight.

Burrowing Owl

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:48:36 -0600

The Burrowing Owls are aptly named. They live underground in burrows. Rather than dig their own, they let the ground squirrels and prairie dogs do the work, and then evict them.

Water Conservation

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:49:45 -0600

Water Conservation - Something most Central European and North American people did not really think about much .... until recently.

Fortunately, it's now slowly entering into everybody's concience, that water is a finite good and if we don't pay close...

The Canada Goose

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:03:25 -0600

Known for their V-shaped migrating flocks, and their loud and frequent honking, Canada Geese are among the most familiar of all North America's waterfowl.

How to Grow a Chocolate Garden

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:23:43 -0600

Can't you just imagine it? Chocolate fruits and vegetables growing from semi sweet vines, and milk chocolate coated bushes growing in your own chocolate garden? Okay, you got me. You can't really grow your own Hershey brand Chocolate Bars, Godiva bra...

Barn Swallows

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:57:51 -0600

The Barn Swallow can be found worldwide. They spend the summers in North America and winter in South America. For some, it's a round trip totaling 14,000 miles.

Visit the Guadalupe River in Texas

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:43:37 -0600

At 230 miles long, the Guadalupe River is a Texas staple for all types of boating, spectacular fishing, and meandering along on a tube. The Guadalupe begins in Kerr county, west of Kerrville, and runs to the Gulf of Mexico.

It was named Nuestra Se�o...

Horseback riding trails in Michigan

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:50:38 -0600

Many public trails exist for equestrians of every age and level here in our scenic state. This guide will help you find a local trail network that fits your horse experience and riding ability.

Creatures of the Woodlands

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:49:12 -0600

It is Springtime! The little Woodland Creatures are building nests, peaking their heads out of their dens and preparing to bring new life to the forest.

The Thornton Burgess Books, such as Old Mother Westwind, are just full of charming woodland creatu...

Herring Gulls

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:20:33 -0600

The Herring Gull is a familiar bird. It is often seen along the coast and in coastal urban settings. It has a gray mantle and black wing-tips and can be seen dining in garbage dumps and following the fishing vessels to shore.

American Goldfinch

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:53:01 -0600

Offer thistle seed in your birdfeeder and the American goldfinch just might stop by for a visit. Their cheerful song will add to the morning chorus around the birdfeeder. Its musical warbles and twitters are easy to distinguish from the songs of othe...

Baltimore Orioles

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:26:34 -0600

The Baltimore Orioles is a cheerful bird. It can be spotted in wooded lots and whistling along city streets. The mainstay of their diet is beetles, bugs, and caterpillars, but they can be drawn to your yard with offerings of fruit (especially orange...

Horse Riding Instruction - Learn To Ride A Horse

Fri, 30 May 2008 09:54:01 -0600

Horse Riding Instruction - Don't Spend Your Time and Money On Expensive Horseback Riding Lessons. This hot new ebook "Introduction To Horseback Riding" tells you all you need to know to prepare you to ride a horse both safely and in style -...

Are Piping Plovers on the Brink of Extinction?

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:10:31 -0600

These small and dwindling shorebirds have been the brunt of some controversial beach closings and laws. However, the bird still remains endangered, and thanks to these laws, has made a little bit of a comeback.

Great Grey Owl

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:44:28 -0600

Great Grey Owl is one of the most reclusive owls in North America. Add to that its secretive habits and you have a bird that is rarely seen and little known.

Lake Tahoe Area Hiking Trails

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:02:41 -0600

The Sierra Mountains and it's classic rugged peaks, with it's gnarly old trees on windswept ridges with breathtaking panoramic vistas, framed by abundant wildflowers is what you can expect trekking the trails of the Tahoe Basin and surrounding area....

Adenium (Desert Roses)

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 09:02:10 -0600

Adenium. This is a genus of deciduous shrublets, shrubs or small trees. The smooth, fleshy, swollen stems are sometimes entirely subterranean with only fleshy branches above ground. The plants have tubers or rootstocks and usually clear sap. The stri...

Tornadoes

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:23:55 -0600

Tornadoes are beautiful, powerful, destructive, and can seem to come out of nowhere. they can attract people like moth to a flame.

Here you will find some of the finest tornado photos, posters, and art prints along with the tornado videos.

American White Pelican

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:43:05 -0600

The American White Pelican doesn't dive for its dinner as most pelicans do. They simply dip their heads underwater and come up with a pouch full of water. Using its beak as a strainer, the water is expelled leaving fish and other delectable treats be...

The Passenger Pigeon

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:28:41 -0600

The Passenger Pigeon used to be the most common bird in North America. They lived in huge flocks, and during migration, they covered the sky, some flocks containing up to a million birds.

According to some estimates there were as many as five billio...

Black Bear Videos

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:25:37 -0600

The lens is�a showcase for�black bear videos. I've selected the best videos of black bears that I could find on YouTube and presented them here.

If you like black bears, you'll love these videos.

If you'd like to learn more about black bears,...

Wild Turkeys

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:02:57 -0600

The Bald Eagle is the United State's National Symbol but according to Benjamin Franklin, it should have been the Wild Turkey. The Bald Eagle would rather steal from other birds than hunt for its own meal. In Franklin's eyes, that represented poor mor...

Backyard Vegetable Gardens - Tasty Vegetable Gardening!

Mon, 26 May 2008 11:34:52 -0600

Backyard Vegetable Gardens - These are the "secrets" natural food stores don't want you to know... Who Else Wants a Stunning Garden...Full of Beautiful, Healthy Vegetables...without Spending a Fortune or Working Like a Darned Fool?

Great Bac...

10 Tips for Keeping Squirrels Off Birdfeeders

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:40:16 -0600

Having struggled to keep the squirrels off our birdfeeders, we decided to share some of methods we've used ourselves as well as techniques that we've heard about from others.

We hope these tips will help you keep the squirrels out of your birdfeeder...

Sponsor A Horse

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:29:34 -0600

Welcome to Sponsor A Horse where caring people like you make it possible for us to continue rescuing and rehabilitating neglected, abused, and abandoned horses. If we work together as a team we can save more horses than if we were all working individ...

The Water Around Us

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:21:14 -0600

Although water is all about us, seen and unseen, we still find it mysterious and, in many ways, one of the least understood of all our natural resources.

The Earth is a watery planet, with most of its surface covered with oceans and seas. The presen...

The Carolina Parakeet

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:45:28 -0600

The once abundant Carolina Parakeet was a gregarious bird. They would form large, noisy flocks that fed on cultivated fruits and grains. They would tear apart an apple to get to the seeds, wreck havoc in the grain fields, and strip a corncob of its k...

Fly Fishing with Streamers

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:00:02 -0600

Somewhere around 80% of the time trout are feeding, they are eating underwater, rather than taking bugs floating on the surface. While dry fly fishing is great fun, sometimes the fish are simply ignoring that manner of feeding.

In order to catch a f...

Red-headed Woodpecker

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:04:04 -0600

The Red-headed Woodpecker is a squatter. Rather than build their own nest, they will claim an abandoned one, or take a nest in use by force.

The Northern Flicker

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:06:06 -0600

Unlike most woodpeckers, Flickers forage on the ground. They think grasshoppers and crickets are a tasty treat. However, they will occasionally visit your birdfeeders if suet is available.

The Double-crested Cormorant

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:00:11 -0600

The Double-crested in this Cormorant's name refers to the crests that grow during the breeding season. It eats mostly fish and it is often seen holding its wings out to dry.

Whitefoot the Wood Mouse: A Mouse Unit Study

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 06:40:54 -0600

Whitefoot the Wood Mouse welcomes everyone to his nest where learning never ends. He has dozens of mouse related activities to teach young children across the curriculum.

Whitefoot welcomes homeschoolers, teachers, parents and children to turn into...

Alligator Pie, Alligator Pie...

Sat, 31 May 2008 14:05:48 -0600

Alligator Pie is a great poem for introducing the alligator theme. Use it in a reading chart and then go on to learn about the alligators.

Alligators bring us eye to eye with the watery, muddy world of the swamp.

Write a poem or explore an alligato...

Purple Martins

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:21:23 -0600

If there was a ten most wanted list for birds, Purple Martins would be on it. Over a million people in North America put up Martin houses in hopes of attracting a colony. If only it were so easy. Purple Martins are picky house hunters. If the house i...

Eskimo Curlew

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:02:08 -0600

Once an abundant bird, there hasn't been a reliable sighting of the Eskimo Curlew in over 40 years. There are occasional reports of sightings which allows for the possibility that a small population still exists, but most authorities believe it is ex...

The Mute Swan

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:05:01 -0600

The Mute Swan was first introduced in the United States as an ornamental bird in the 19th century. Since then their population has exploded. The aggressive Mute Swan is crowding out native species and stripping rivers and lakes of its foliage disrupt...

The Northern Harrier

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:12:51 -0600

The Northern Harrier is one of the most widespread and easily recognized raptors in North America. It has an owl-like facial disc which allows it to hunt by sound as well as sight. It has been known to locate its prey by sound alone.

Birding in Canada with Grandma

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:37:04 -0600

Canada's national bird is the Common Loon. (see pic to left)�

Birding in Canada is much more than a hobby.�

Canada's Important Bird Areas Birding program is a science-based initiative to identify, conserve and monitor a network of sites tha...

John James Audubon (1785-1851)

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:10:38 -0600

Since his death in 1851 John James Audubon's name has become synonymous with wildlife conservation and natural history. Audubon had a talent for drawing and an interest in birds. He spent thirty-five years wandering around his adopted country capturi...

There is Nothing Greener than Organic Gardening!

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:56:10 -0600

If you've never tasted a fresh, ripe tomato straight from the garden, you are missing out! Gardening can be a lot of work, but it is worth it. Knowing where your food comes from and what sort of work went into it, teaches respect for the earth (not t...

Shy, Nocturnal, Cool, and...Endangered? All about the Kiwi

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:04:28 -0600

It's more than the symbol of New Zealand, it's the smallest ratite known! What's a ratite? It's a group of flightless birds that are for the most part extinct. The five species of kiwis known are Great Spotted Kiwi (or Roroa), Little Spotted Kiwi, Ok...

The American Goldfinch is Everywhere!

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:59:19 -0600

Does this bird look familiar? It should! The American Goldfinch is one of the most plentiful birds in the USA and Canada. If you have a bird feeder in your yard, you're very likely to see these birds. They are very fond of sunflower seeds and thistle...

Astronomy Activities: It's a Starry Starry Classroom

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:01:03 -0600

�From Astronomy to Art this lens will give you dozens of ideas, resources, hints and tricks to create starry-themed activities for both homeschool families and classrooms.

Learn about Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Starry Night painting technique. Lis...