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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Make science accessible to learners of all ages

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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Kid Crafts | sustainable holidays

5 Simple, Sustainable Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids

Looking for some simple and sustainable Valentine’s Day crafts for your kids to create? Discover five of my family’s favorite eco-friendly activities to make with supplies you probably already have at home! Choosing to show someone you care can happen any day of the year, not just on Valentine’s Day. However, when February 14th rolls…

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. 

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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…