Earth & Physical Sciences

The earth sciences provide a strong foundation for the environmental sciences. From geological landforms that determine soil types to climate factors that influence everything, teaching about the Earth is teaching about the environment. Acorn Naturalists offers inquiry-oriented earth science activities, hands-on rock and mineral collections and supplies, fossil collections, soil analysis and test kits, weather and climate study, energy and electricity studies, STEM resources, and astronomy, chemistry and physics study materials. The materials offered here integrate well with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) curricula and programs.