kids and nature

The Oregon Duck Wishes He Could Be Out There

The Oregon Duck may be trapped inside on a nice day. But you can still Be Out There. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhY2zsSSRO8[/youtube] Read more

Nature Calms The Mind, Brain Scans Prove

I know how much calmer I feel when I’m surrounded by the natural world, but now there is really good science to explain why. New research published in the journal … Read more

Time For Some Serious Play

This week, National Wildlife Federation will turn Twitter and Facebook into a virtual playground – and inspire people to turn the computer off and play outside! 6 Ways To Play … Read more

Make Yourself At Home – Outdoors!

Tips to bring nature closer—whether you have a backyard, deck, balcony, or a window Read more

Get Inspired with a Nature Haiku

Read the winning entries from National Wildlife Federation’s haiku contest Read more

3 Fun Backyard Activities For Kids

Nature bracelets, a homemade compass, and outdoor baby toys Read more

Tips To Make Nature Second Nature

6 ways to create an ‘outdoor habit’ for your family Read more

Summertime First Aid: Heat-Related Illnesses

Tips to beat the heat and keep your cool Read more

Nature Q&A: How Do Water Striders “walk” on Water?

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Nature Q&A: How Do Birds Stay Cool in The Summer?

With these cool secrets up your sleeve, you’ll be sure to spark a sense of wonder in your child. Part 2 of 3. Read more