Nature Journal

Nature Journal is an innovative presentation of the best columns and photographs from L. J. Davenport’s popular column in Alabama Heritage magazine. Readers of the magazine have come to relish his artful and often witty descriptions of common species encountered in the Alabama outdoors. But Nature Journal is designed to be much more than a mere collection of entertaining essays; it is also an educational tool—a means of instructing and encouraging readers in the art of keeping a nature journal for themselves. Each of the 25 chapters is a self-contained lesson in close observation of species morphology, behavior, and habitat; research in the literature; nondestructive capture of the subject by photography or drawing; and written description of the total observed natural phenomenon. At the end of each account, stimulating questions and gentle directives guide the reader into making his or her own observations and recordings. This book is intended for broad nature-study use in Alabama and throughout the southeast by the general reader and nature enthusiast alike, as well as visitors to museums and outdoor centers, and students of nature and nature writing at the high school and college levels. Beautifully designed to look like a personal journal, it is a perfect gift and treasured keepsake for all lovers of the natural world. Publication supported in part by Samford University

Originally published in 2000 with endorsements from E.O. Wilson and Jane Goodall, Clare Walker Leslie’s Keeping a Nature Journal was at the forefront of the nature observation and journaling movement. Leslie’s approach has long been acclaimed for its accessible style of teaching people to see, witness, and appreciate the wonders of nature, and her classic guide is still used by individuals, groups, and educators ranging from elementary school teachers to college-level instructors. The third edition features more of Leslie’s step-by-step drawing techniques, a new selection of pages from her own journals (which she’s kept for 40 years), and an expanded range of prompts for observing particular aspects of the natural world in any location. With an emphasis on learning to see and observe, Leslie shows how drawing nature doesn’t require special skills, artistic ability, or even nature knowledge, and it is a tool everyone can use to record observations and experience the benefits of a stronger connection to the natural world.

Selections from the 200 articles written and published by John Muir are offered here to provide stepping-stones for inspiration and thoughtfulness. Considered to be one of the great mountaineers and one of the earliest plant ecologists, Muir was one of nature's visionaries.

100 pages of Guided Nature Journaling for your little explorer to get out and about in the great outdoors and learn lifelong skills in appreciating adventure and produce lasting memories in a perfect handy size to pop in your child's backpack - 5 x 8" Our journals are great for popping in your bag and taking out and about to record all those special memories and thoughts. 100 pages including: -Guided prompts pages for visits, weather conditions, what was seen and heard, what was thought about and ideas for adventures and notes. -Notes section at back of book. -Matt cover for a sophisticated finish. -Cream interior pages. Suitable to be used with most media, pencils, pens, felt tips, watercolours, pastels and perfect for creating collages and artwork ideas. Suitable to be used with most media, pencils, pens, felt tips, watercolours, pastels and perfect for creating collages and artwork ideas.

This nature journal for kids is sure to make summer exploring even more fun! Stuffed with over 100 pages it has more than enough space to record details of every daily discovery. This inspiring kid's journal also has a designated space for recording daily weather/temperature and to collect samples, draw doodles and write descriptions. This kids field guide has everything any young naturalist needs to keep track of their creature and plant encounters. This high-quality nature notebook/journal is 8.5"x11", a nice big size for little hands to hold and find easily. Our kid's nature activity books are ideal for summer camp, while on vacation or even just exploring your own back yard. Kids will be surprised how many different things they can find and discover when they just take some time to look! Nature Journals for Kids make a great gift too! Consider a nature journal for your child's next: Birthday gift Christmas gift or Stocking stuffer Graduation gift Summer Camp/Bon Voyage gift Gifts for Grandkids/Nieces or Nephews Gifts for Tween Girls or Boys Thank You Gifts for Babysitters/Camp Leaders/Scout Leaders Achievement Award Kids Nature Journals also come in handy for: Outdoor themed birthday party favors Home School Activities Summer School Activities Summer Camp Prizes, Camp Activities The List Could Go On and On... Lets show our kids the joys of going outside and making their own amazing discoveries! Get Your Nature Journal For Kids today!