Nature Walk (a.k.a. Science, the CM Way)

This morning, upon Isaac's request, we decided to take a nature walk. At first I thought it was a ploy to postpone schoolwork, but still agreed, knowing we always find awesome things on these trails near our neighborhood. Since we don't own the land we long for, the woods and meadow near us substitute pretty well for now. We had so much fun, being somewhat quiet, and observing all kinds of creation. I quizzed the kids on which direction was which several times, and they had to figure it by looking at the sun's position. They did great and answered perfectly, so apparently have been listening as we discussed north, south, east and west. We even found a few treasures along the way including wildflowers, a little mushroom, and some beautiful bark. We saw raccoon prints too, in the silty creekbed. When we were getting a little tired from our trek, Isaac even asked, "Can we do school now?" so I guess I assumed wrongly! I'm so thankful my kids love the outdoors like I do, and it sure makes learning fun to be able to take these mini field trips.