Nature School: Planet Earth - by Lauren Giordano & Stephanie Hathaway & Laura Stroup Paperback

About the Book

"From the expansive universe to tiny micro-ecosystems, Nature School: Planet Earth explores the intricacies of the planet we call home. Discover details about Earth's stunning structure, its amazing atmosphere, and the foremost features that enable it to support life. Learning through both physical and life science lenses, you will come to truly appreciate planet Earth...each chapter of this book concludes with a series of suggested hands-on activities. Great for both home and school settings, it is the perfect guide for families and children ...who are looking for an introduction to Earth science that includes the location, structure, atmosphere, and biosphere of our planet"--

Book Synopsis

A beautifully illustrated, hands-on introduction to Earth science that helps children ages 6-12 understand how our planet works--and why it matters.

Nature School: Planet Earth invites young learners to explore the world beneath their feet and the universe beyond their skies through engaging bite-size facts, vibrant illustrations, and more than 30 hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding. From the vastness of space to the delicate balance of Earth's ecosystems, this accessible guide makes complex scientific ideas clear, memorable, and fun.

Building on the award-winning Nature School approach, the book introduces children to planet Earth through both physical and life science lenses, helping them see how geology, atmosphere, energy, and living systems work together to make life possible. Each chapter concludes with practical, screen-free activities that encourage observation, experimentation, and discussion--ideal for homeschooling families, classrooms, and independent learners alike.

Inside, children will explore:

• Earth's place in the universe, including the Milky Way galaxy, our solar system, and Earth's relationship to the Sun and Moon
• The structure and composition of Earth, from its size and shape to gravity, magnetic fields, and geographic features
• Earth's atmosphere, covering weather, climate, atmospheric layers, and what we see in the day and night sky
• The conditions that support life, including natural resources, energy flow, latitude and longitude, and life cycles
• Earth as an interconnected community, with clear explanations of ecosystems, biomes, food webs, biodiversity, and an ever-changing planet

Designed for children ages 6-12, Nature School: Planet Earth makes Earth science approachable, relevant, and meaningful. By combining foundational science concepts with hands-on learning, the book helps children not only understand how our planet works--but also develop a lasting appreciation for the systems that sustain life on Earth and our place within the wider universe.

The Nature School series is an engaging and interactive collection that inspires kids to explore the natural world through hands-on activities, science experiments, and creative prompts. Designed to foster curiosity, environmental awareness, and a love for outdoor learning, each book combines kid-friendly science facts with fun DIY projects, scavenger hunts, and vibrant illustrations to make nature education exciting and accessible. Perfect for young explorers, homeschoolers, parents, and educators, the series encourages children to connect with their surroundings, whether in their backyard, a local park, or beyond.

Also available from the series: Nature School; Nature School: The Workbook; Nature School: Planet Earth: The Workbook; Nature School: In the Garden, and Nature School: In the Garden: The Workbook.

About the Author

Lauren Giordano is an author, illustrator, and owner of Chickie & Roo, an educational curriculum and resource company for families and schools. She home educates her two children in Florida and taught in her local homeschool co-op community, where she led nature classes. Lauren is passionate about bringing children closer to nature and helping them develop a deeper understanding of our natural world. Her work has been featured in The Peaceful Press, A Year of Learning, Chickadees Wooden Toys, Wild & Free Co., FunSchooling Books, and more. You can find her work at chickieandroo.com. Stephanie Hathaway is a Kansas City-area artist who specializes in creating educational content inspired by our natural world. She believes in using beautiful, dynamic illustrations to make learning about science and nature exciting and accessible to children of all ages. She is guided by the notion that many of life's valuable lessons can be learned from nature. She hopes that her work will inspire families to explore and learn from the natural world right outside their own door. You can see more of Stephanie's educational nature-based studies and original artwork at stephaniehathawaydesigns.com. Laura Stroup is the founder of Firefly Nature School, a nature study curriculum designed for homeschooling families, co-ops, and classrooms found online at fireflynatureschool.com. Laura has a bachelor of science degree in animal ecology from Iowa State University with an emphasis in natural resource education. A former museum educator and upper-school science teacher, she now directs School of the Wild, an immersive nature school that serves her local community. Laura resides in the countryside near Springfield, Missouri, with her family.