One of the simplest ways to begin a nature journaling habit with children is to notice something that changes right before our eyes: the movement of light. Shadow tracing turns that moment of noticing into art, science, and mindfulness all in one. What Is Shadow Tracing? Shadow tracing is the practice of using the sun’s […]
Mindfulness in Nature: Journaling the Seasons as a Family
One of the most magical parts of nature journaling is how it tunes us in to the rhythms of the seasons. As the days shorten or lengthen, as leaves turn colors or blossoms appear, we’re reminded that change is always happening around us. Journaling through these transitions offers kids, and adults, a powerful way to […]
Travel, Noticing, and the Path to Nature Journaling
One of the most powerful gifts of travel is the way it wakes up our senses. When we step into a new place, we can’t help but notice. The colors are different. The food smells unfamiliar. The rhythm of the streets, the sound of voices, the architecture, even the plants and animals. Everything feels fresh […]
The Curiosity Compass: Finding Your Way in Learning
When you step outside with a child, you never know what will spark their attention. A snail inching along the path. A cloud shaped like a dragon. The sound of water rushing in the distance. These moments are tiny sparks of curiosity, and if we follow them, they can guide us into deeper learning. I […]
Learning to Noticing
Before we ever open a notebook or draw a single line, the practice of nature journaling begins with something simple: noticing. Children are already masters of this skill. They are natural noticers. They pause to watch an ant cross the sidewalk, pointing out a funny-shaped cloud, asking why the leaves crunch underfoot. Their curiosity is […]
Hello Friends!
I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. Wild Raven Learning is a space for the curious and the wild-hearted. A place where learning doesn’t sit quietly at a desk, but wanders through forests, sketches in journals, asks big questions, and connects deeply with the world around us. This blog is the beginning of that […]
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