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Melissa | March 8, 2009
Some of the most beautiful and breathtaking skies I have ever seen have been after a storm. And this evening’s sunset which directly followed a storm was no exception. I could tell that something spectacular was brewing on the eastern horizon as well, as the sun was setting. And it [...]
Melissa | March 6, 2009
First, I’d like to write about a change in the class topic schedule. Because of getting a later start in the year on the Nuts About Nature classes, I have changed up the outline of the remaining classes in incorporate some more outdoor study time. This week we learned about Thunder and Lightning. Next week if the weather [...]
Melissa | March 1, 2009
As I cautiously approach the month of March, the saying “in like a lion, out like a lamb” is coming to my mind. I’m wondering if the saying will prove itself true. Will the beginning of March roar? March is renowned for dramatic changes in weather patterns. Perhaps the long icy fingers of winter do [...]
Melissa | September 17, 2008
We have had two days (so far) of really great studies on the wind. In this post I will share with you what we did on Day 1, and then be back (hopefully tomorrow) to share more! SOME BASICS So, just what is the wind? What in the world causes it? Wind is simply just [...]
Melissa | August 15, 2008
I just love alliteration, don’t you?! I don’t know what the weather’s been like in your neck of the woods, but in ours it’s been simply delightful! I can hardly believe it’s August with the low humidity and Spring-like temperatures and periodical rain. Last August we were well on our way to temps close [...]
Melissa | April 3, 2008
With all the rainy days we’ve been having lately, it seemed appropriate to ”shower” ourselves with a great rain science experiment using Wild Science Projects About Earth’s Weather. All we needed is an aluminum pie pan, a glass jar or cup, ice, and hot water. First I asked the kids what they thought makes it rain, and they filled [...]
