Herbalism Sample Pack
Dig into the fascinating world of herbalism with the mighty Dandelion! This plant is one of the most widely known in herbalism, valued for its usefulness at nearly every stage of growth. Discover how to use the roots for digestion and liver support , the leaves for their vitamin and mineral content , and the flowers for salves and teas. Get this hands-on Dandelion Anatomy Model activity and a taste of our complete Herbalism Unit!
This sample pack includes just one of the activities in our full Herbalism Unit. The entire unit is 20 days of in-depth lessons. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL UNIT We hope you enjoy this small sample of this incredible unit!
Here's what's covered in the full unit:
Discover the fascinating world of herbalism in this 20-day family-style nature study! We’ll 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.
Along the way, students will explore plant anatomy, phytochemicals, safe use, and then dive into hands-on preparations like tinctures, teas, infused oils, salves, and even natural household cleaners.
Daily readings make complex ideas accessible for multiple ages, while activities like STEM projects, art, poetry-teatime, and gameschooling keep the study interactive and memorable.
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 - A final project from the student workbooks so you child can review and show what they have learned!
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.
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