Educating learners of all ages about science and sustainability

Understand the fundamental science principles that guide sustainable living practices and foster the knowledge of our interconnectedness with the natural world with STEM lessons and nature activities to strengthen the critical thinking skills of your learners, making connections to real-world events and incorporating key aspects of sustainability science.

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Thoughtfully Sustainable creates hands-on sustainability science lessons, outdoor learning activities and upcycled craft projects to cultivate critical thinking skills and take positive action for the planet and all that reside here.

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Climate change | Nature Activities | Science Experiments | science tools

How to Teach Kids and Families About Climate Change with the Earth Matters Game

Looking for a fun and age-appropriate way to teach students about the complexities of climate change? Play the Earth Matters board game to engage learners’ minds in science and sustainability concepts to understand the nuances contributing to our changing climate and how to work together to mitigate positive change for our planet.  What is Earth…

Do you want to introduce kids to sustainability concepts but not sure where to begin?

Let me help you! My name is Jessica Purcell and I am the founder of Thoughtfully Sustainable.  I am a biologist, science educator and mom of 2 that teaches learners of all ages about science and sustainability.

Thoughtfully Sustainable is a platform used to create hands-on sustainability science lessons, nature investigations and STEAM activities to be done in the classroom, virtually or at home to foster critical thinking skills and a love of the natural world. 

My mission is to make the science behind sustainability and the wonders of the natural world accessible to everyone. 

The book “Jose Feeds the World” sits on top of a wooden table.
Books | Volunteering

How to Empower Kids to Take Action Against Hunger: The Story of José Andrés

Are you looking for a way to empower kids to care about their communities? Introduce your learners to Michelin-starred chef José Andrés and his work to address hunger across the globe. This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase, I thank you in advance for supporting my work to create free,…

Chemical elements scavenger hunt workbook printed on white paper and sitting on a wooden table
chemistry | Science Activities | STEM activity

Fun and Easy Chemical Elements Scavenger Hunt

As an educator and a parent, I’m always looking for creative and engaging ways to teach children about the wonders of science. One activity that can spark curiosity and excitement is a scavenger hunt for chemical elements! What’s even better? A chemical elements scavenger hunt takes zero prep and requires zero purchases! By turning your…

Sliced lemon contains two copper and zinc electrodes with white, black and red wires that connect to a small LED clock
alternative energy | Science Experiments

How to Make a Fruit Powered Clock + FREE Printables

Have you ever thought of using your uneaten citrus fruit as an electrical power source? Introduce kids to electricity and alternative energy sources with this fun and simple science demonstration that explains how to make a fruit powered clock, along with free printable diagrams. This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase from…