Students read about a kite festival and the patience needed to fly a kite to identify the theme of joy in simple things.

Students read about a young girl inventing a way to organize her desk to identify the central idea of creative problem solving.

Students read about a group of friends cleaning up a local park to identify the central idea of community service.

Students read about a basketball player practicing for a big game to identify the theme of persistence.

Resources for teachers to facilitate the Nature Notes unit, including answer keys and discussion guides.

Students read about an old clock shop to identify the theme of preserving traditions and history.