Learning Activities:
You can search nature-based words like mud, stick, critter, etc. or academic topics like science, math, literacy, etc. or developmental skills like problem solving, fine motor skills, balance, etc, or try other key words you are looking for.
Take a ‘wonder’ break
Observational Hiking Games
Hiking Games
What’s in my hiking pack?
What’s in your hiking pack? Find out how to engage children on hikes!
Hiking: Safety FIrst!
Hiking is meant to be enjoyable, but you need to be safe! Follow these safety tips for the best hiking experience.
The benefits of hiking
Hiking is good for the mind, body, and soul! Learn all the benefits of hiking.
Nature in the Classroom
These are truly the MUST-HAVES: find the essentials for all learning spaces.
DIY Nature Journal
Learn how to make your own nature journal from recycled and natural materials!
Story Stones
Story stones are a magical classroom tool- Learn how to make and use story stones AND emotion stones!
Camouflage-and-Go-Seek
Find all the best camouflage games! Camouflage-and-Go-Seek, Fawning over Camouflage, Butterfly Spy, and Camouflage Letter Hunt.
Why is that stick moving?
Stick-bugs are so neat-learn more about them, a craft, and a game!
Animals in Disguise
Animals are constantly disguising themselves, can you find them?! Learn the difference between camouflage and mimicry!
Underwater Exploring
Find three easy ways to explore underwater with children- see the world through a whole new perspective!
Seashell Splendor
Seashells are THE best learning tool- it can be used to help build math, literacy, cognitive, spatial, and art skills!
Find your beach
Find your beach (this could be an ocean, lake, river, stream, pond) and create a beach profile, recreate a beach at home, or help save a beach!
Morse Code
Learn Morse Code and create secret messages in nature using sticks and stones.
Tweet, but no Twitter
Why do birds sing? Learn all about bird communication and identification through sounds. Discover extremely enjoyable bird games and activities to develop fundamental skills for children.
Insects don’t Text
Learn how and why insects communicate through fun games, art, math and literacy activities!
Communicating in the Wild
Get your children hyped about ‘Communication in the Wild’ with brainstorm discussions, games, and sound mapping!
Butterfly Garden Oasis
Create your own butterfly garden oasis while practicing science and math skills!