Tag: nature
Adding a book to your hiking backpack or tote bag is always a good idea when hiking with children. Children’s books invite young readers to embrace their sense of wonder, explore nature with care, and celebrate being outside.
‘If Students Love Nature, They’ll Protect It’: Why Scott Stewart Values Experiential Ed
Educator Highlights . ExplorationIn our Educator Highlights, we discuss ideas and innovation with educators who inspire us. This fall, we’re celebrating Scott Stewart, a program director who designed and implemented a new experiential education program in South Korea. Scott designs experiential education experiences that promote personal growth and environmental stewardship. Hailing from Michigan, he is a world traveler who
Plant pressing is a simple and easy way to notice details and beauty in the natural world. It’s also a great way to record local biodiversity and appreciate the seasonality of a place. Not sure where to start? This article will cover the basics of plant pressing and also offer three tips from “the pros.”
Thank you to London Lacy, for being one of those people to reach out and tell us what her work entails. London is an Environmental Coordinator whose work in Arizona helps keep species safe.
How important is it to teach our children about birds, butterflies, pollinators and the natural world in their own backyard? Extremely important, according to experts.
Build Your Own Birdhouse: Ideas for Backyard Birding
Environmental News . ExplorationSheltering-in-place has definitely expanded our appreciation for nature and creative pastimes. It’s no surprise that many people have turned to backyard birding as a free way to relax, get fresh air, and add enjoyment to their days.
What can communicate without a brain, move without legs, and are real-life “Transformers?” Slime molds! Here’s nine little-known facts about them.
In the meantime, here are five activities for kids. We’ll provide more ideas during the coming days and weeks. Our team wants to support you, in whatever little ways we can.
We are excited to begin this journey, and invite you to come along with us and spread the word.
Starting this month, you will see new educational videos on YouTube and new articles published on our blog. Our videos will range from topics like “science for kids” and “how to start a nature journal,” to more detailed videos showing how to use our most […]