Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible

How are baby scorpions born, and do they glow in the dark? Discover God’s designs in these mysterious arachnids and how they remind us that Jesus defeated the sting of death. Here’s our trail map: What Is a Scorpion? Do Scorpions Glow in the Dark? Why Do Scorpions Sting? How Did Jesus Defeat the Sting of Death? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/do-sc...

Do frogs actually have long tongues? And do they really ribbit? We’re unveiling the truth behind some froggy myths and discovering God’s designs in these amazing jumpers! Here’s our trail map: How Do Frogs Hop? How Long Is a Frog’s Tongue? How Do Frogs Ribbit? How Does Singing Worship Bless God and Us? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/how-long-is-a-...

Have you ever been tricked by an insect that looked like a stick? Why do lions roar? Do fish need air to live? We’re answering nature questions sent in by listeners! A special thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Master Books! Grow in faith, wonder, and wisdom with books, curriculum, and resources from a Biblical worldview with Master Books at https://www.masterbooks.com/ Join the Nat Theo Club: http...

Is there anything good about a housefly as it’s buzzing around a picnic table or stealing bits of watermelon? Discover the fascinating secret lives of houseflies and how they showcase God’s wisdom and creativity. Here’s our trail map: Where Do Flies Come From? How Do Flies Dodge Fly Swatters? Why Do Flies Rub Their Hands Together? How Can We Keep Our Heart Clean? Download this lesson’s free colori...

How does the fastest animal on earth dive through the sky at 200 miles per hour? Discover how God engineered a peregrine falcon with super speed, and what this wandering bird teaches us about our journey through life. Here’s our trail map: How Fast Is a Peregrine Falcon? Where Do Peregrine Falcons Live? Are Peregrine Falcons Endangered? How Are We Pilgrims On Earth? Download this lesson’s free col...

How do salmon journey from a freshwater river to the saltwater ocean? And after years at sea, how do they find their way home to the exact river where they hatched? Discover how God designed salmon just right for their incredible adventure. Here’s our trail map: Where Do Salmon Live? How Do Salmon Live In Both Fresh and Salt Water? Why Do Salmon Swim Upstream? Where Is Our True Home? Download this...

Why does the star-nosed mole have such a funny looking nose? And how did God design moles for their underground lives? Uncover the mysteries of moles as we burrow beneath the soil and discover God’s plans and purposes. Here’s our trail map: What Is a Star-nosed Mole? Why Do Moles Dig Tunnels? How Many Worms Can a Mole Eat? What Should We Store Up for the Future? Download this lesson’s free colorin...

What causes waves? How do sloths not fall out of trees? Why is a sunset splashed in beautiful colors? And what makes a bird’s poop white? We are following our God-given curiosity and discovering answers to nature questions sent in by listeners. A special thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Apologia! Discover God’s fingerprints in creation with their award-winning science curriculum and courses at Ap...

Why in the world did God make mosquitoes? Let’s look past the itch and glimpse God’s good designs and purpose in an insect with a biteful reputation. Here’s our trail map: How Are Mosquitoes Born? Why Do Mosquitoes Suck Blood? Why Did God Make Mosquitoes? How Do Mosquitoes Show Us God’s Goodness? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-did-god-make-mos...

Can rainbows appear in the night sky? Discover how God uses light and water to make rainbows, and explore the many places—and even times of day—we might see them. Learn how the rainbow’s full circle reminds us that God’s promises have no end, appearing after storms and even in the night. Here’s our trail map: What Makes a Rainbow? Why Is a Rainbow Curved? Where Do Rainbows Appear in Nature? How Do...

Whatever your feelings are toward spiders, jumping spiders may be the cutest! But do jumping spiders bite or have venom? And what’s the secret to their super-power jumps? Here’s our trail map: Is a Jumping Spider a Bug? Do Jumping Spiders Bite? Why Do Jumping Spiders Jump? How Can We Learn From Our Mistakes? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-do-j...

“Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” Psalm 8:1a Listen to the Truth Seekers Podcast: https://www.christianparenting.org/podcast/truth-seekers/ Psalm 8 shares the wild wonders of God’s creation while declaring praise to our Creator. We’re sharing an episode from the Truth Seekers podcast. Sherilyn Grant walks us through Psalm 8 and how to pray through it. Truth Seekers: Bib...

Is a starfish a fish? How do sea stars regrow an arm? Do these cosmic-shaped sea creatures have eyes? Discover how God made sea stars unique and how their thousands of feet encourage us to walk in God’s path for us. Here’s our trail map: Is a Sea Star a Starfish? How Does a Sea Star Regrow an Arm? How Do Sea Stars Move? How Can We Walk in God’s Ways? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: htt...

Join Magnify: https://nattheo.com/magnify Includes live video classes with Eryn! Grow in wisdom & wonder with faith-based nature study and journaling. Don't wait! Start exploring today, begin creating your Nature Notebook, and get ready for our first live class! Includes: 3 live classes with Master Naturalist, Eryn Lynum 9 nature topics to explore Nature journaling prompts Nature journaling te...

Step into the marsh with one of the strangest (and coolest) birds on Earth: the shoebill—often called a “shoebill stork,” even though it’s not actually a stork! Discover how God designed these unique birds with their razor-sharp bills, massive feet, and piercing eyes, and what they teach us about being adopted into God’s family. Here’s our trail map: Is a Shoebill a Stork? Can a Shoebill Eat a Cro...

Adventure, challenge, heroes…and a whole lot of rabbits with swords! Author S.D. Smith shares how rabbits inspired the Green Ember books and how God’s creation serves as a canvas for our creativity, which leads to great stories. S.D. Smith’s Website: https://store.storywarren.com/ The Green Ember Series: https://store.storywarren.com/products/green-ember-books-full-set Brand-new! The Lost Key: htt...

Why does a cottontail rabbit wiggle its nose? Does it have an itch or need to sneeze? Discover how all that nose wiggling helps them stay alive. Explore the amazing ways God designed cottontail rabbits to sense danger and make a quick getaway. Finally, learn how we can memorize pathways back to God’s safety and remain in his refuge. Here’s our trail map: Why Does A Rabbit Wiggle Its Nose? Do Rabbi...

Why do cats nap all day? How do insects survive winter? What makes cheetahs so fast? We’re answering nature questions sent in by listeners! Join the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/club This episode is made possible by Apologia! Discover God’s fingerprints in creation with their award-winning science curriculum and courses at Apologia.com Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What...

Why is an inchworm called an inchworm? Do these creeping “Earth Measurers” actually measure the planet? Discover God’s designs in fascinating inchworms—caterpillars designed to delight! Here’s our trail map: Is an Inchworm a Worm or a Caterpillar? Why Do Inchworms Hang From Trees? Is an Inchworm Actually an Inch Long? How Does God Measure His Creation? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: h...

Is there more to a porcupine than its spikes? Discover what makes a porcupine’s spikes so special, and whether a porcupine can shoot its quills like harpoons. Learn how God designed these pin-cushion rodents just right for life in the forest and up in the treetops. Here’s our trail map: How Are Porcupines and Hedgehogs Different? Do Porcupines Have Hair? Do Porcupines Shoot Their Quills? How Can W...

What creature glides through the ocean with a tail like a monkey and a head like a horse? The seahorse, of course! Seahorses are very unique with their long noses, upright bodies, and curling tails. So….what exactly is a seahorse? Discover God's incredible designs in these one-of-a-kind creatures of the sea. Here’s our trail map: What Exactly Is a Seahorse? How Is a Seahorse Like a Vacuum Cleaner?...

Why are arctic foxes white? What makes honey sticky? How many candles would the oldest turtle have on its birthday cake? Today we’re answering questions sent in by curious kids! A special thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Master Books! Grow in faith, wonder, and wisdom with trusted books, curriculum, and resources: https://www.masterbooks.com/ Lessons mentioned in this episode: Can Bees Dance? Les...

Maybe you have found sea glass on a beach, but where does sea glass come from? Is sea glass natural? Discover how God designed sand to make glass, and how beautiful sea glass reminds us God is writing amazing stories in our lives. Here’s our trail map: How Is Sea Glass Made? How Does Sand Make Glass? How Does Sea Glass Tell Stories? How Does God Write Our Stories? Related Lessons to listen to next...

Is it true that a woodpecker’s tongue wraps around its brain? Discover the amazing ways God designed woodpeckers as avian acrobats and what they teach us about Jesus taking the impact of our sins. Here’s our trail map: Why Do Woodpeckers Peck On Trees? Does a Woodpecker’s Tongue Wrap Around Its Brain? Do Woodpeckers Hurt Trees? How Does God Shield Us From Harm? Related Lessons to listen to next: H...

Is a “sawtooth shark” a real animal? And how do they use their nose like a metal detector, sword, and shovel? Discover the mystery of this often confused creature and how God designed sawfish with a long jagged nose to find and catch their next meal. Here’s our trail map: What Is a Sawtooth Shark? Why Do Sawfish Have a Saw? Are Sawfish Born With Saws? How Can We Tell What Is True From What Is Fals...