These worksheets support students new to field and nature journaling with a scaffolded experience. For additional information about field and nature journaling check our lesson based on the book How to Teach Nature Journaling (JM Laws, E Lygren), a fantastic resource for field and nature activities.
- How to nature journal
- Worksheet walking through steps of nature journaling
- Nature journal self evaluation
- Worksheet for reflecting on nature journaling
- Poem practice
- Worksheet to help work on writing poetry inspired by nature
- Grades: K - 12 with modifications
- Time: 10 to 45 minutes
- Author: J Sanchez
Arizona Standards Engaged
Science and Engineering Practices: Asking Questions and Defining Problems, Engaging in Argument from Evidence, Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns, Energy and Matter, Structure and Function, Cause and Effect, Stability and Change, Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Arizona Art Standards
AS1 Generate and Conceptualize Artistic Ideas
AS2 Organize and Develop Artistic Ideas and Work
AS3 Refine and Complete Artistic Work
AS10 Synthesize and Relate Knowledge and Personal Experiences to Make Art
AS11 Relate Artistic Ideas and Works with Societal, Cultural, and Historical Context to Deepen Understanding
How to nature journal
Nature journal evaluation