Nature Journals

Nature Notebooks are artist sketchbooks containing pictures the children have personally drawn of plants, wildlife or any other natural objects found in their natural setting. These Nature Journals can also include nature-related poetry, prose, detailed descriptions, weather notes, Latin names, etc. In addition, we believe in the benefits of children taking nature walks, perhaps one per week, during which they may experience and observe the natural environment firsthand. These excursions are nature "walks," not nature "talks." These activities generate the right attitude of mind for scientific observations and inferences, and foster a sense of awe and wonder for all things created.

The Sonoran desert offers numerous stimulating flora and fauna for students to sketch, paint and enjoy

The Gila Monster is one of many fascinating desert animals that Cornerstone student may encounter during a nature walk

Madison Martz makes friends with a friendly tarantula during a nature studies presentation