Herbalism Unit Study: A Complete Homeschool Nature Curriculum!
- Samantha
- Jun 5
- 2 min read
Discover the fascinating world of herbalism in this 20-day family-style nature study! Included in this unit is our hands-on 3D dandelion, as seen HERE! Trace the journey of plants from ancient traditions to modern medicine while learning how people have used roots, leaves, flowers, and fungi to support health and wellness.
This unit combines history, science, and practical projects to show students how herbal knowledge continues to shape our world today. Children will learn not only the science behind plants but also the creativity humans have always brought to their use—from soothing remedies to cleaning solutions.
Throughout this 20-day study, students will explore plant anatomy, phytochemicals, and safe use. Then, you will dive into hands-on preparations like tinctures, teas, infused oils, salves, and even natural household cleaners.
Whether exploring essential oils, or learning how aspirin began as willow bark, your family will come away with a deeper understanding of plants as helpers in both tradition and contemporary science.
A Curriculum That Grows With Your Child
Rather than outgrowing your unit after a single school year, this study can be used by the same student for years to come! Because it includes four distinct, age-leveled workbook options, this curriculum truly grows with your child, allowing you to easily revisit the rainforest biome as they advance. Here are the ages covered:
Ages 3–5: Little Explorers
Ages 6–8: Junior Explorers
Ages 9–11: Senior Explorers
Ages 12-15: Expert Explorers
A Sneak Peek at Your 20-Day Herbalism Unit Study
Here's what your family will explore over the 20 days:
Day 1 - What is Herbalism?
Day 2 - Plant Anatomy
Day 3 - Phytochemicals
Day 4 - Extraction
Day 5 - Group STEM project day
Day 6 - Safe Use and Toxicity
Day 7 - Essential Oils and Aromatherapy
Day 8 - Herbs in your kitchen
Day 9 - Preparations of herbal remedies
Day 10 - Group ART project day
Day 11 - Herbalism and Household cleaning
Day 12 - Pharmaceuticals based on plants
Day 13 - Fungi and Herbalism
Day 14 - Gameschooling Day
Day 15 - Poetry Teatime with original watercolor tutorial of hanging herbs!
Days 16-20 - 4 different final projects from the student workbooks, so your child can review and show what they have learned!
How to Purchase Our Herbalism Nature Curriculum for Your Homeschool
Ready to start exploring? There are two ways to purchase our Herbalism Unit!
Purchase the Herbalism Unit from our shop! You can grab the full 20-day Herbalism Unit directly from our shop for $30.00.
*Please note: This is a digital curriculum collection and does not include books or manipulatives shown in advertising.
Join Our Nature Study Club
Or, for an incredible value, you can join our Nature Study Club and get this complete Herbalism Nature Study for just $18! The Nature Study Club is designed to bring consistent, beautiful, and highly affordable nature exploration into your home every single month.
Head over to our Nature Study Club page to learn more and sign up!
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