Spring Nature Journal Ideas

Plants, trees and fungi

As spring progresses, observe the changes in plants and flowers around you and create sketches or paintings of your favourite blossoms.
Take a nature walk and collect different types of leaves, then identify them and create a leaf pressing.
Learn about different types of trees and the changes they undergo during spring, then create a field guide with sketches or photographs.
Study the different types of springtime mushrooms and create a drawing or painting of each type.
Start a garden and document the growth of your plants from seedlings to maturity. (You can even plant seeds in egg shells or pots on your patio).
Collect different types of seeds and document their different shapes and sizes.

Animals, birds and insects

Create a nature scavenger hunt, encouraging children to find and document different species of insects, birds, or animals.
Learn about the different types of birds that migrate to your areas during the spring, then document sightings of each bird.
Take a nature walk at dusk and document the different types of nocturnal animals that emerge.
Observe the life cycle of butterflies, documenting the different stages of metamorphosis from egg to butterfly.
Learn about the different types of bees that are active during spring, then document sightings of each type.
Observe the different types of pollinators that are attracted to flowers during spring, then document sightings of each type.

Landscape, habitats and environment

Sketch or paint a landscape scene, incorporating the springtime colours and wildlife.
Observe and document the daily changes in a nearby stream or pond, looking for changes in the water levels, wildlife, and plant life.
Create a nature-inspired haiku or poem about the sights and sounds of spring.
Observe the changes in the sky during spring, documenting different types of clouds, sunsets, and weather patterns.
Create a nature-inspired collage, incorporating different elements of spring such as flowers, leaves, and insects.
Take a nature walk in a local park or nature reserve and document the different types of flora and fauna you encounter.
Study the different types of rocks and minerals found in your area, then create a collection with descriptions and drawings.
Create a nature-themed scrapbook, incorporating photographs, sketches, and descriptions of your nature journaling activities.