Entomology, Department of
Date of this Version
2023
Document Type
Article
Citation
Master of Science Degree Project, Department of Entomology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2023
Abstract
An Introduction to Nature Journaling
Nature journaling is a natural history based activity centered on journaling one’s experiences and observations based on surrounding environment and natural lifeforms encountered. A tool commonly used by those who study natural history, famous naturalists such as Charles Darwin and John Muir were known to keep nature journals. Although those who make their careers in environmental sciences or field work keep professional, very detailed journals, journaling can also be a great activity for those who simply enjoy nature. Public educators teach nature journaling to young students to encourage building a plethora of skills: mindfulness, attention to detail, deduction, hypothesis building, artistic vision, problem solving, science skills and creativeness.
Includes:
Nature journaling disclaimer and advice
What is an insect?
Basic anatomy
Nymphs and larvae: The immature stage
Antennae types
Diversity of orders: Archaeognatha, Zygentoma, Ephemeroptera, Odonata, Blattodea, Mantodea, Isoptera, Dermaptera, Plecoptera, Orthoptera, Phasmatodea, Hemiptera, Neuroptera, Coleoptera, Diptera, Trichoptera, Lepidoptera, Hymenoptera
Journal activities: Is it an insect??? Observation, non-traditional collection, metamorphosis pet, microscopic details, further prompt ideas
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Art Therapy Commons, Creative Writing Commons, Entomology Commons
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Copyright 2023, Danelle Positeri