Nature Journaling

Trees line a point along the lake.

Photo Credit: John Karl/Wisconsin Sea Grant

Why Nature Journal?

"In this fast-paced digital age, kids need time in the natural world to play, experience, interact, dream, and use their imagination more than ever before... I feel that our greatest skill as scientists is that of observation -- and what better way to foster observation than through the acts of journaling and creating."

Jody Henseler, 3-8 grade teacher during a 2021 workshop 

Pick up your pen & note these helpful resources!

Introduction to Scientific Sketching

California Academy of Sciences

Beetles Field Journaling

Regents of the University of California 

How to Teach Nature Journaling

John Muir Laws and Emilie Lygren 

Grey, white, and black rocks cover the sand.

Photo Credit: Aquatic Sciences Center

Beyond the Notebook

Check out these nature blog sites for inspiration!