Description

How do you know what time it is? How do you know what the weather will be like? Can you figure out how old a tree is by looking at it? Math can be used to tell us all kinds of things about nature, from how tall or old a tree is to the weather or time. In this badge, you'll do all of these things!

1. Tell time with nature
2. Predict the weather
3. Explore the circumference of trees
4. Search for shadows
5. Find the area and perimeter of plants

When you've earned this badge, you'll know how to use math to tell time, predict the weather, and learn about trees. You'll know how to measure shadows, perimeter, and area.

Made in USA.

U.S. Produced: This product was made or assembled in the U.S., which minimizes shipping distances and delivers a lower carbon footprint.

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Johnson & Johnson’s generous support of the Math in Nature badges for girls in grades K-5 prepares girls to be leaders in STEM and the outdoors. With three badges for each level, Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors explore the environment and nature using math and measurement. Funding from Johnson & Johnson also supports programmatic research and the development of badge training materials for volunteers, helping troop leaders grow their girls’ STEM interest, confidence, and competencies.