Palme School

Online Russian language school in the USA, Canada and Australia
Online Russian language school in the USA, Canada and Australia
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Nature Studies for Kids

Helping kids understand how the world around them works

What Nature Studies Are All About

Broadening horizons

Kids learn how humans, animals, and plants interact, sparking curiosity and sharpening their observation skills.

Building eco-awareness

We teach children to appreciate and protect nature from an early age, developing a sense of responsibility for the environment.

Hands-on learning

Through simple experiments, tasks, and visual observation, kids make discoveries and learn how to explain what they see.

Personalized tracks

We adapt lessons to each child’s interests and pace, using stories, games, and visual tools to make learning engaging.

Research Skills

Children learn to formulate questions, make hypotheses, and test them through observation and experimentation.

Relationship to other sciences

Natural history helps you understand the basics of geography, biology, physics, and chemistry, creating a holistic picture of the world.

What Your Child Will Learn

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Logical Thinking

Children learn to find patterns, draw conclusions, and support their ideas

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Experimenting

Simple creative experiments help kids apply knowledge and make discoveries on their own

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Explaining and Describing

Kids learn to use terminology, describe observations, and share what they know

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Caring for Nature

We nurture an understanding of ecology and the importance of respecting the natural world.

FAQ - A natural history course for children

What is a natural history course?

These are exciting activities about the natural world: earth, water, air, plants, animals and natural phenomena. The child will learn how the environment works.

At what age can you start?

We welcome children from 4 to 14 years old. The program is adapted to the age and fitness level of the child.

What topics are covered?

We study the seasons, weather, plants and animals, natural resources, climate, land, water, air, ecosystems, and caring for nature.

What are the lessons like?

Online, in mini-groups. We use interactive materials, experiments, observations and creative tasks.

Do you need books or equipment?

No. All materials are included in the course. Sometimes we ask you to bring simple things from home for experiments (e.g. water, leaves, pebbles).

Is the course in Russian?

Yes. This is a great opportunity to learn natural terms in Russian and develop speech and scientific vocabulary in bilinguals and children abroad.

Can we try it for free?

Yes! We offer a free trial lesson so the child can try the format and get to know the instructor.

Who Is It For?

The course is designed for Russian-speaking children and their parents who want to maintain a connection with their native language, learn more about the world, and develop thinking skills:
  • Dive into topics about the world around us
  • Explore living nature, climate, and the human body
  • Develop speech, attention, and the ability to express opinions
  • Create mini-projects and share discoveries
Lesson Formats
  • Interactive online lessons
  • Play-based science experiments
  • Discussions, riddles, and eco-challenges
  • Topic-based mini-projects
Skills We Develop
  • Coherent speech and description skills
  • Ability to ask questions and draw conclusions
  • Curiosity about the natural sciences
  • Learning skills in Russian through hands-on practice
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