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How To Make Lemon Watercolor: Transforming Citrus Into Colorful Creations

March 19, 2025 | Leave a Comment
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We’re learning how to make lemon watercolor art. Also, look at my page Free Art Units Curriculum for Grades 1 to 8 for more fun ideas.

Watercolors are an easy art medium for kids to work with. The youngest artist begins his art journey with easy paint, color, and water.

And especially if your children love exploring with color, using a common ingredient like lemon can give them hours of fun with a bit of science.

How To Make Lemon Watercolor: Transforming Citrus Into Colorful Creations

Mixing lemon with water can be used as an amazing tool to create colorful and vibrant watercolor paintings.

And the acidity in lemon juice can affect how the watercolor paint reacts with paper.

Too, it’s fun to try this activity in different ways.

For example, have your child make lemon water to use.

Also, have your child squeeze the lemon directly on the wet water color painting. This is the one we did.

FUN ART SUPPLIES FOR KIDS

First, look at this list of art supplies for your art lover.

9 Fun Art Supplies for Learning

Whether you prefer to study art for a long period of time or short, I have some of our favorite supplies listed here. Too, everyone stores art differently. We love 3 ring binders and page protectors as well as large envelopes. I know you can use some of these ideas.

Sculpey Premo 24 Color sampler of Polymer Oven-Bake Clay,

I loved this brand. And it has a variety of colors for each child.

Amazon Basics Premium Colored Pencils, Soft Core, 24 Count (Pack of 1)

Explore your creativity with a wide variety of colors

Contains artist-quality soft lead for rich pigment and smooth application

Includes a tin storage case with a built-in tray to keep pencils organized and protected

Cardinal 3 Ring Binders

Great for holding art projects.

Watercolor Paper Pad 9"x12"

Watercolor Paper Pad - Dyvicl spiral watercolor paper pad is loved by new and experienced artists, rough finish, heavyweight paper will satisfy any artistic needs! for drawing, sketching, or painting. You can play with techniques & effects to your heart's content. Watercolor pad work excellently with wet and dry mixed media including watercolor, gouache, acrylic, colored pencil, charcoal, and pastel.

Paint This Book!: Watercolor for the Artistically Undiscovered

Put the brush in your hand. Stick it in the water, then smush it around in one of the colors. Now take a deep breath and plop it down on the page . . .You’re an artist. Yes, really! Young or old, there is an artist in each of us. If yours is hiding (perhaps behind a shred of self-consciousness?), just remember: Art is personal expression. You have your talent. Nobody else has anything like it!

Caliart Acrylic Paint Set With 12 Brushes

Acrylic Paint Set With 12 Brushes: Premium paints glide on smoothly, dry quickly and stay as beautiful as the day they were painted. Whether you’re new to acrylic painting or a seasoned
artist, the paint kit will set fire to your imagination.

Artstorys Watercolor Paint Set, Vivid Colors Washable

Premium Watercolor Paint: Comes with 48 vibrant water colors cake, 1 premium refillable water brush, wooden paint brushes and 1 mixing palette converted by the transparent lid. Perfect for artists, amateurs, students, teens, kids, children and painters of all levels. Wonderful gift idea for your friends and families who have fun in painting!

8 Pack Plastic Envelopes Poly Envelope Folder Clear Plastic Reusable Folders

[Colorful Transparent Envelopes] 8 assorted colors: transparent blue, green, yellow, purple, pink, orange, white and red. It’s easy to organize and distinguish your paper with a different color.

1 Pcs Craft Knife Hobby Knife

Valuable Package Content:1pcs hobby knife,10pcs hobby knife blades,1pc steel ruler(6inch/15cm long)

Also, look at more ways to add fun to your learning day.

These activities are fun to do anytime but especially during summer.

HOW TO MAKE LEMON INSPIRED CRAFTS

Also, look at more watercolor art ideas.

MORE WATERCOLOR ART IDEAS

Finally, look at this easy watercolor art and lemon activity.

EASY WATERCOLOR ART

First, look at this easy list of supplies most of which you have at home already.

Watercolors Paintbrush Cup
Water Watercolor paper
1 Lemon (halved)
Knife *Adult help required Cutting board
Cooking sheet

First, gather all the supplies needed.

With an adult’s help, cut the lemon in half using a cutting board and knife.

Place a piece of watercolor paper on the cooking sheet.

Wet the watercolor paints.

Paint the watercolor paper.

It is best to move quickly before the paint begins to dry

Squeeze the lemon onto the wet watercolor painting.

Watch how the juice immediately changes the look of the watercolors.

Set the picture aside to dry.

Also, vary this activity as I mentioned above.

For example, squeeze fresh lemon juice into a small container and add some water.

A good starting ratio is about one tablespoon of lemon juice to two tablespoons of water. You don’t want it too thick.

Then dip your brush first in the mixture and brush over the paper in different areas.

Right away when you dip the brush in the mixture you can see the paint react.

Encourage your child to explore what happens when you add less water or more.

Are some areas bleached lighter?

They can allow the paint to dry more or less and experiment with different looks.

Leatherback Turtle Life Cycle: A Deep Dive into Their Journey

March 18, 2025 | Leave a Comment
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I have some fun leatherback turtle life cycle facts. Also, look at my free Homeschool Unit Study Egg to Sea Turtle Lesson Plans & Lapbook for more ideas.

For a child that loves to study marine biology leatherback turtles are one of the most amazing creatures to dive into.

To take our learning of leatherback turtles to the next level we are going to make a paper mache model.

And we’re using simple household items like toilet tissue and aluminum foil.

Leatherback Turtle Life Cycle: A Deep Dive into Their Journey

This simple paper mache pulp is very easy to work with and dries quickly.

But of course, before we get into that I have loads of wonderful information and facts for you about these beautiful creatures.

Leatherback turtles are the largest turtles in the world, and they are also one of the most fascinating creatures on Earth.

They are found in all oceans and they are known for their long migrations and their unique appearance.

BOOKS AND RESOURCES ABOUT SEA TURTLES FOR KIDS

First, look at these books to go along with your study.

10 Sea Turtle Resources

Add some books about sea turtles and hands-on resources to your lesson or unit study to bring it to life.

Sea Turtles

Sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adults, they can live to be around 100 years old. And when it's time to nest, they migrate more than 1,000 miles. With colorful, clear illustrations and straightforward text, Gail Gibbons introduces the eight kinds of sea turtles living in the ocean today. Learn the similarities and differences with labeled diagrams and experience the hatching of the tiny turtle babies with detailed illustrations. This updated edition now includes the most up-to-date information about these beloved reptiles, as reviewed by an expert vetter in the field of herpetology.

I'll Follow the Moon

Celebrating the love between mother and child comes an achingly beautiful story that has captured hearts around the world. Written by a new mom, by accident, when she sang a little song to her fussing newborn, I'll Follow the Moon proudly donates proceeds to charity: every book saves a turtle.

Ocean Anatomy: The Curious Parts & Pieces of the World under the Sea

Follow Rothman’s inquisitive mind and perceptive eye along shorelines, across the open ocean, and below the waves for an artistic exploration of the watery universe. Through her drawings, discover how the world’s oceans formed, why the sea is salty, and the forces behind oceanic phenomena such as rogue waves. Colorful anatomical profiles of sea creatures from crustacean to cetacean, surveys of seafaring vessels and lighthouses, and the impact of plastic and warming water temperatures are just part of this compendium of curiosities that will entertain and educate readers of all ages.

National Geographic Readers: Sea Turtles

Who could resist celebrating sea turtles? They may seem like lazy ocean reptiles drifting with the oceans’ currents, but they are actually long-distance swimmers that spend their entire lives searching for food and a mate. What’s more, they come with their own built-in GPS, returning to the exact beach where they were born to lay their own eggs. Kids will learn all about these tranquil and mysterious animals through brilliant photography and illustrations, plus the trusted and distinctive content you love from NG Kids!

Tammy Turtle: A Tale of Saving Sea Turtles

A book that tells how turtles survive with the help of protection programs.

Our Sea Turtles: A Practical Guide for the Atlantic and Gulf, from Canada to Mexico

The book's pithy, well-organized sections are lavishly illustrated. It is a guide for anyone who is the least bit curious about these fascinating marine animals. Bite-sized installments harmonize with multiple images on each page to make this book a unique and entertaining resource. The story it tells covers understanding, experiencing, and saving our sea turtles, with descriptions of how these endangered animals contribute to our happiness and why they deserve a helping hand.

Sea Turtle Scientist (Scientists in the Field)

The mother turtle has a vital job to do: dig a nest in which she will lay eggs that will hatch into part of the next generation of leatherbacks. With only one in a thousand of the eggs for this critically endangered species resulting in an adult sea turtle, the odds are stacked against her and her offspring.

4 PCS Sea Turtle Life Cycle

Children can see how animals change and grow. Realistic detail showing a different stage in the development of animals.

Uniquely molded textures and richly painted details bring them to life and help inspire creativity for kids.

It is a great way to expand the growth with children through physical science.

Follow the Moon Home

A triumphant story of environmental activism, community, and friendship: Acclaimed activist Philippe Cousteau and renowned author Deborah Hopkinson team up to offer a story of the powerful difference young people can make in the world. Meet Viv, who has a new home and a new school by the sea and follow her as she finds her way in a new place and helps bring together a whole community to save the sea turtles of the South Carolina coast.

The Life Cycle of a Sea Turtle

Describes the life cycle of sea turtles discussing reproduction, birth, and adult life.

Next, look at these facts about the leatherback turtle.

LEATHERBACK TURTLE FACTS

First, add some leatherback turtle life cycle.

Life Cycle

Leatherback turtles have a long and complex life cycle. They are born on beaches, and they spend their first few years in the ocean. As they grow, they migrate to warmer waters, where they feed and mate. Leatherback turtles can live for up to 100 years!

Food Sources

Leatherback turtles are carnivores, eating a variety of prey, including jellyfish, fish, and squid. They have long, pointed jaws that are perfect for catching their prey.

Migration

Leatherback turtles are found throughout the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. They nest on sandy beaches in the same range.

They are known for their long migrations, traveling up to 10,000 miles in a single year to find warmer waters to feed and mate. Nesting in the United States usually occurs in Florida, Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

Temperature Regulation

Leatherback turtles are unique in the turtle world because of their ability to regulate their body temperature internally. Other types of sea turtles rely on external heat sources to warm their bodies.

First, they have a thick layer of blubber that insulates them from the cold.

Second, they have a network of blood vessels that run close to the surface of their skin.

This network of blood vessels allows the turtles to exchange heat with the surrounding water.

When a leatherback turtle is in cold water, it will reduce the flow of blood to its skin. This helps to keep the turtle’s body temperature from dropping too low. When a leatherback turtle is in warm water, it will increase the flow of blood to its skin. This helps to keep the turtle’s body temperature from getting too high.

Because of these adaptations they are able to live in colder waters and dive deeper than other types of sea turtles.

Finally, another thing that is really cool about Leatherback Sea Turtles is that they have a pink spot located on the top of the turtle’s head, between the eyes that plays an important role.

The parietal scale plays a role in several sensory functions like:

Temperature regulation: The parietal scale may help the turtle to regulate its body temperature by detecting changes in the surrounding environment.

Osmoregulation: The parietal scale may also help the turtle to regulate its salt and water balance by detecting changes in the salinity of the water.

Navigation: The parietal scale is used by the turtle to navigate its way through the ocean by detecting changes in the Earth’s magnetic field.

MORE SEA TURTLE ACTIVITIES

Finally, look at how to make this paper mache leatherback sea turtle.

PAPER MACHE LEATHERBACK SEA TURTLE

First, gather these supplies.

You will need:

craft paints and paint brushes
new line aluminum foil
toilet paper or paper towels
masking tape
Water
a large bowl
a strainer

Begin by tearing toilet paper or paper towels into smaller pieces and place them in a large bowl.

Pour enough water to soak it. Mix. Be sure everything is well combined.

Transfer pulp mixture to a strainer and allow a lot of the water to drain off. But, you want it to be very wet and pulpy. Don’t let it drain too much.

You want to be able to work with it and move it around.

While your pulp is draining you can begin to build the armature for your leatherback turtle.

To do this I use a combination of balled up aluminum foil with toilet paper or paper towels inside to give it some bulk, you can then easily squeeze the aluminum foil to create the shapes that you want.

Form the head and the flippers separately and then attach them to the body with duct tape.

When you’re satisfied with the general shape and design of your leather back begin adding a thick layer of pulp mixture all over the top sides and bottom.

Squeezing it as you go to form the shape as well as to remove some of the excess moisture.

Set aside to dry, a nice sunny spot outdoors is best, it may take up to 2 days to dry thoroughly.

Once it is completely dry you can begin painting.

We mixed a combination of greens and black to get the dark leatherback color and coated it all over, adding another layer once dry if needed.

Allow the paint to dry completely.

Add the details like the ridges down the shell, the white dots, eyes, and the pink spot that appears on the crown of the head.

Set aside and allow the details to dry.

Free Find And Count Printable & Spring Activities Preschoolers Love

March 17, 2025 | Leave a Comment
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Today, I have some spring activities preschoolers will love and a free find and count sprint printable. Also, look at my page How to Homeschool Preschool for more learning and playing ideas.

Spring is the perfect season to get the littlest homeschoolers outside learning.

Preschool kids are naturally curious about the world around them.

Everything from the ants crossing the sidewalks to the wind blowing in the tops of the trees, preschoolers find delightful.

Free Find And Count Printable & Spring Activities Preschoolers Love

There are endless opportunities to inspire curiosity and learning in young children.

With these fun and simple science activities, your preschooler can explore, experiment, and engage with the world in exciting ways.

An activity as easy as exploring colors or growing a bean nurtures a lifelong science lover.

First, look at some of these books to add to your reading day.

BOOKS ABOUT SPRING FOR PRESCHOOLERS

10 Books About Spring for Young Learners

Grab some of these fun books about the spring season for kids.

Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms: A Springtime Book For Kids

Fletcher enjoys the sunny weather and the warmth of spring. But when he stumbles across snowy flakes gently floating to the ground, he spreads the news of winter’s return to all his friends. But spring is full of wonderful surprises for Fletcher and his friends.

Miss Rumphius

Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines that bloom along the coast of Maine are the legacy of the real Miss Rumphius, the Lupine Lady, who scattered lupine seeds everywhere she went. Miss Rumphius received the American Book Award in the year of publication.

Blue on Blue

Join a farming family as they experience the full range of a thrilling seaside thunderstorm—from the wild wind and the very first drops; to the pouring, pouring rain; to the wonderful messy mud after the sun returns! With gentle, rhyming text and vivid artwork from a Caldecott Medal–winning illustrator, this sublime depiction of nature’s patterns turns a storm into a celebration.

Yucky Worms: Read and Wonder

Who would want to be friends with a wiggly, slimy worm? You can’t even tell which end is which! But there’s more to these lowly creatures than meets the eye. Kids are invited to find out where worms live, see how they move, and understand why gardeners consider them friends with the help of this humorous and informative look at an unappreciated — and fascinating — creature.Back matter includes further information about worms and an index

Make Way for Ducklings

Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live. The problem was how to get them there through the busy streets of Boston. But with a little help from the Boston police, Mrs. Mallard and Jack, Kack, Lack, Nack, Ouack, Pack, and Quack arive safely at their new home.

Plant the Tiny Seed Board Book: A Springtime Book For Kids

Beautiful collage-and-watercolor art follows the seed through its entire life cycle, as it grows into a zinnia in a garden full of buzzing bees, curious hummingbirds, and colorful butterflies. Children engage with the book as they wiggle their fingers to water the seeds, clap to make the sun shine after rain, and shoo away a hungry snail. Appropriate for even the youngest child, Plant the Tiny Seed is never the same book twice—no matter how many times you read it!

And for curious young nature lovers, a page of facts about seeds, flowers, and the insects and animals featured in the book is included at the end. Fans of Eric Carle, Lois Ehlert, and Press Herewill find their next favorite book in Plant the Tiny Seed.

A Butterfly Is Patient:

Part of the incredible six-book Nature Books series from the award-winning duo of Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long, A Butterfly Is Patient celebrates a dazzling variety of butterflies in all their beauty and wonder.Turn each page to explore the amazing world of these beautiful winged insects through watercolor illustrations that bring to life garden landscapes filled with flowers, vines, leaves, and sunshine.

An Egg Is Quiet:

This stunningly beautiful and wonderfully informative book from award-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston makes for a fascinating introduction to the vast and amazing world of eggs. Featuring poetic text and an elegant design, this acclaimed book teaches children countless interesting facts about eggs. Full of wit and charm, An Egg Is Quiet will at once spark the imagination and cultivate a love of science.

Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring

As days stretch longer, animals creep out from their warm dens, and green begins to grow again, everyone knows―spring is on its way!Join a boy and his dog as they explore nature and take a stroll through the countryside, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with everything from the melting brook to chirping birds, they say goodbye to winter and welcome the lushness of spring.

Flowers Are Calling

In this rhyming poetic picture book, explore the wonders of natural cooperation between plants, animals and insects. Flowers Are Calling by Rita Gray and illustrated by Kenard Pak is "a sophisticated blend of scientific information and artistry" (Publishers Weekly).

Flowers are calling to all the animals of the forest, "Drink me!"—but it’s the pollinators who feast on their nectar.

In rhyming poetic form and with luminous artwork, this book shows us the marvel of natural cooperation between plants, animals, and insects as they each play their part in the forest's cycle of life.

Next, look these spring activities preschoolers will love.

SPRING ACTIVITIES PRESCHOOLERS LOVE

B is for Bird Craft | Bluebird Study. It’s especially fun to watch and sketch birds and their nests.
How to Make a Fun Paper Plate Fish | F is for Fish.Whether looking at fish in a pond or aquarium fish are fun to learn about and to make this easy paper plate fish.
H Horse Handprint | Horse Study. A foal is an adorable activity for preschoolers. Foals are active after birth and especially to watch as they kick around.
N Is For Nest Handprint | Nests Study. Do the bird study along with this nest study. You could easily spend days learning the types of nests.
Jumpstart Learning with the Free Alphabet Frog Lily Pad Game. Sneak in a bit of learning while learning about frogs and lily pads.
Strawberries are spring’s first fruits and your preschooler will love this How To Create A Sweet Strawberry Letter S Handprint Craft.
With my weather unit study have fun making a rain cloud in a jar and do this R is for Rainbow | Rain Mobile.
And also make Weather In A Bottle | How To Make An Amazing Tornado In A Jar.
Too, look at this ice excavation activity Exploring The Ocean With Ice Experiments: Simple Sea Animal Rescue.

Finally, the free spring find and count is below.

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Dive Into The Taiga Biome: How To Make A Taiga Biome 3d Model

March 16, 2025 | Leave a Comment
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Grab my free printable for a Taiga Biome 3D model and everything else below to teach your child about this fascinating biome. Too, look at my page Homeschool Geography for hands-on and simple ideas and tips.

The Taiga biome stretches across the northern regions of the globe. Also, it is known as the boreal forest.

It is the largest terrestrial biome on Earth, covering vast areas of land in countries like Canada, Russia, Sweden, Finland, and Norway.

Dive Into The Taiga Biome: How To Make A Taiga Biome 3d Model

The taiga is a world of dense coniferous forests, meandering rivers, and abundant wildlife.

Here there are long cold winters and short, mild summers.

Temperatures in the taiga can range from -40°F in the winter to 68°F in the summer with precipitation levels being pretty low.

The soil in the taiga is mostly acidic and nutrient-poor which makes it difficult for many plants to grow.

However, coniferous trees are well-adapted to these conditions. They dominate the taiga landscape. Common tree species in the taiga include spruce, fir, pine, and larch.

BOOKS ABOUT THE TAIGA OR BOREAL BIOME

I have a Taiga Biome 3D model that requires nothing else other than scissors, glue, and something to color in the trees and animals if you would like to do so.

First, look at some beautiful books to add to your reading day.

5 Boreal Biome or Taiga Forest Books For Kids Who Love to Read and Be Read To

Grab these fun books whether you’re doing a boreal unit study or learning about the forest for a day.

The Boreal Forest: A Year in the World's Largest Land Biome

Combining lyrical storytelling with expertly researched informational text, this beautiful book provides a year-long tour of the planet’s largest land biome ― one of our most important wildernesses.

The vast boreal forest spans a dozen countries in the northern regions like ”a scarf around the neck of the world,“ making it the planet’s largest land biome. Besides providing homes for a diversity of species, this
spectacular forest is also vitally important to the planet: its trees clean our air, its wetlands clean our water and its existence plays an important role in slowing global climate change. In this beautifully written book, award-winning author L. E. Carmichael explores this special wilderness on a tour of the forest throughout the four seasons, from one country to another. Evocative watercolor and collage artwork by award-winning illustrator Josée Bisaillon provides a rare glimpse of one of the world’s most magnificent places.

Life in the Boreal Forest

The great northern forest―the boreal forest―is home to a unique ecosystem of animals and plants. It covers one-third of the earth's total forest area and is home to so many birds that it is known as "North America's bird nursery." The forest is a treasure trove of riches, but it's threatened by increased human development and
climate changes. This gorgeous book teaches readers about the boreal forest and reminds them that it's up to us to make sure the beauty and bounty survive.

Wild Rescuers: Guardians of the Taiga (Wild Rescuers, 1)

From StacyPlays, creator of the mega-popular YouTube series Dogcraft, comes a thrilling illustrated novel about a girl raised by a pack of wolves and her quest to protect their shared forest home. The first in a new Minecraft-inspired fantasy adventure series!

Stacy was raised by wolves. She’s never needed humans to survive and, from what she sees of humans, they’re dangerous and unpredictable. For as long as she can remember, Stacy’s pack of six powerful, playful
wolves—Addison, Basil, Everest, Noah, Tucker and Wink—have been her only family.

Together, Stacy’s pack patrols the forest to keep other animals safe, relying on her wits and each wolf’s unique abilities to accomplish risky rescue missions. But as the forest changes and new dangers begin lurking, are Stacy and the wolves prepared for the perils that await them?

What Is the Taiga? (Let's Find Out! Biomes)

The taiga is unlike any other place on Earth. It is the largest biome on Earth, with long, cold winters that can reach negative 65 degrees Fahrenheit! The plants, animals, and people that live in the taiga are built for survival. This book introduces readers to the landforms, climate, plants, animals, and people of the taiga, as well as the dangers it faces. Colorful photographs and engaging text serve as a passport to this one-of-a-kind biome.

The Taiga: Discover This Forested Biome (Discover the World's Biomes)

Discusses the ecological life and inhabitants of forested taiga, describing the plants, the animals, and how they live and work together.

Then here is a fantastic vocabulary page covering 50 animals of the Taiga and a full-color printable.

And study the moose, the largest member of the deer family that makes its home in the Taiga with a Moose Nature Study for Kids.

10 FASCINATING CREATURES OF THE TAIGA

While there are many beautiful and fascinating creatures in the Taiga, today I want to focus on just 10, several of which you will find on our Taiga biome 3D model.

Moose: The largest member of the deer family, moose are known for their long legs, large antlers, and distinctive humped shoulders.
Gray Wolves:Apex predators that have adaptations for cold climates which include thick shaggy fur, large paws, and sharp senses. These animals hunt in packs, preying on much larger animals like moose and caribou.
Wolverine: Furry but fierce predators known for their aggressive behavior and can take down animals much larger than themselves.
Lynx: Lynx are elusive cats that live alone or in very small groups. They are known for their long, tufted ears and piercing green eyes.
Snowshoe Hare: These rabbits have large feet, which help them distribute their weight and stay on top of the snow. They also change color with the season to camouflage themselves from predators.
Red Fox: Cunning predators known for their long, bushy tails and pointed ears, they are the largest of the true foxes.
Ermine: Small, white weasels with winter coats that are prized by fur trappers for their incredible softness and color.
Pine Marten: These agile climbers that are a member of the weasel family are known for their long, bushy tails and dark brown fur.
Siberian Flying Squirrel: These small, nocturnal rodents are known for their ability to glide through the boreal forests using a membrane between its limbs.
Northern Goshawk: Powerful hawks that are the largest and bulkiest of the accipiters, woodland birds, one of two groups of hawks. They have sharp talons, keen eyesight, and a wingspan of up to 46”.

Encourage your learner to locate which areas of the Taiga each animal makes its home in and also have them find more animals beyond these 10.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE TAIGA BIOME 3D MODEL

You will need:

Free Taiga Biome 3D Model (add your email to the link at the end of this post and get the freebie instantly. no waiting)
Glue
Scissors
Crayons, markers, or colored pencils

Print out all of the 3D diorama pages onto thick sturdy cardstock.

Encourage your child to color in the animals and trees, or leave them as they are.

Cut out each piece, leaving tabs for the base intact.

Fold the tabs in on the bottom and glue or tape to the corresponding side.

To create a sturdy raised base, glue the two sides together.

Attach the background to the base with glue or tape.

Fold the tabs across the dotted line on the animals and trees to create an attachable base.

Place them where you would like them in the biome.

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Layers Of The Earth Easy Quick Study For Kids

March 15, 2025 | Leave a Comment
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I have a layers of the earth easy quick study for kids who just want the facts. Also, look at my Free Earth Science Lapbook & Unit Study Ideas.

Studying about the layers earth easy study eventually moves into other topics like volcanoes and magnetic fields.

And understanding how the layers work matters because they explain how the Earth works.

Layers Of The Earth Easy Quick Study For Kids

And to learn how scientists study the Earth’s layers using special tools like seismographs which measure earthquakes to learn about what’s inside.

Too when kids learn the layers of the Earth, the crust, mantle, and core it helps explain why earthquakes happen and how volcanoes erupt.

Whether you’re interested in volcanoes, oceans, or the weather, earth science helps you appreciate our planet.

Next, look at some earth science books.

EARTH SCIENCE BOOKS FOR KIDS

9 Books for Kids Who Love to Read About Earth Science Topics

Add these books to your learning day to learn about various earth science topics.

The Story Book of Science (Yesterday's Classics)

The wonders of plant and animal life told with rare literary charm by Uncle Paul in conversations with three children. Besides such stories as the ants' subterranean city, the spider's suspension bridge, and the caterpillars' processing, he unlocks the mystery behind thunder and lightning, clouds and rain, the year and its seasons, and volcanoes and earthquakes. Suitable for ages 9 to 12.

Earthquakes (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Some earthquakes are so small that you don’t even feel them, while others can make even big buildings shake. Learn why earthquakes happen, where they are most likely to occur, and what to do if one happens near you.

Now with updated text and art, this classic picture book describes the causes and effects of earthquakes (including a tsunami). This book features rich vocabulary and fascinating cross-sections of mountains, volcanoes, and faults in the earth’s moving crust.

This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. The text and art were vetted by Dr. Roland Burgmann, Professor of the Department of Earth and Planetary Science at the University of California, Berkeley.

The First Book of the Earth

A republication of the 1958 book by Irene Sevrey with illustrations by Mildred Waltrip, The First Book of the Earth is an elementary level natural history book that was written during a time when children's books held a student's interest and imagination because they were "living" rather than simply based on factoids and vivid pictures. It is a wonderful introduction to the subject of geology and covers the earth as a planet in the solar system and the physics of how it circles the sun, thereby defining our days and years. It then moves on to describing the earth's origin as scientists understand it and takes up the topics of the earth's composition, its structure, molecular makeup, rock families, minerals, volcanoes and earthquakes, mountains and their formation, and how glaciers and rivers affect the shaping of the earth's surface. The book ends by briefly discussing dinosaurs and the possible aging techniques used to date the earth's age in terms of epochs or periods.

Rocks, Gems and Minerals: A Fully Illustrated, Authoritative and Easy-to-Use Guide (A Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press)

This handy identification guide to the most common kinds of rocks and minerals offers concise and fascinating information on:- Physical and chemical properties- Origins and geologic significance- Gems and semiprecious stones- How to find and collect specimens

Earth: An Intimate History

Beginning with Mt. Vesuvius, whose eruption in Roman times helped spark the science of geology, and ending in a lab in the West of England where mathematical models and lab experiments replace direct observation, Richard Fortey tells us what the present says about ancient geologic processes. He shows how plate tectonics came to rule the geophysical landscape and how the evidence is written in the hills and in the stones. And in the process, he takes us on a wonderful journey around the globe to visit some of the most fascinating and intriguing spots on the planet.

The First Book of Caves

A book about caves with drawings for young readers with a vocabulary list and definition at the end.

Rocks and Minerals: A Guide of Familiar Minerals, Gems, Ores, and Rocks (A Golden Nature Guide)

A guide to familiar minerals, gems, ores, and rocks enhanced by 400 full color illustrations. Provides much geological knowledge in how to look for surface forms, rocks, minerals etc. Includes information for the searcher and an useful list of clubs and organizations. Excellent bibliography and index.

A Whale of the Wild (A Voice of the Wilderness Novel)

For Vega and her family, salmon is life. And Vega is learning to be a salmon finder, preparing for the day when she will be her family’s matriarch. But then she and her brother Deneb are separated from their pod when a devastating earthquake and tsunami render the seascape unrecognizable. Vega must use every skill she has to lead her brother back to their family. The young orcas face a shark attack, hunger, the deep ocean, and polluted waters on their journey. Will Vega become the leader she’s destined to be?

Rocks, Rivers, and the Changing Earth: A first book about geology

A living book on the living earth. Told in a conversational style, the book discusses the topics of geology and provides ideas for investigations and demonstrations of the scientific principles. Illustrated throughout, this book is a favorite as an introduction to geology for young readers. This edition includes updated science information on plate tectonics and the structure of the earth.

Also, look at more hands on activities to along with the layers of the earth easy study.

LAYERS OF THE EARTH SCIENCE ACTIVITIES

Next, look what is included in this download.

ABOUT THE LAYERS OF THE EARTH EASY QUICK STUDY FOR KIDS

(3) informational pages
(2) 1 label page and answers
(2) Layers of the earth matching and answers
(2) Fill in the blank page and answers

HOW TO USE THE EARTH LAYERS QUICK STUDY

Because this is a quick study, use it to teach your lessons for a few days when you add the hands-on activities listed below.

Most elementary children will be able to do this on their on.

Use it for:

independent study for your elementary aged children
use them to add to a lapbook. Grab my free Earth Science lapbook and add your pages there. Look at my post How to Turn Boring Worksheets into Fun Minibooks – From Boring to Interactive to fold your worksheets to add to a lapbook.
Also, fold the pages as minibooks and add to your notebooks.

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