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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

Nature Q&A: What Are Clouds Made Of?

With these cool secrets up your sleeve, you’ll be sure to spark a sense of wonder in your child. Part 1 of 3. Read more

Introducing Our Nature Haiku Contest

Nature is the best Inspires words of happiness Let me share my joy The Japanese art of Haiku requires a creative mind, and nature can provide one of the best … Read more

Parents: Green Your Child’s School

Get involved with Eco-Schools USA, and help your child’s school go green–outside, inside, and throughout the curriculum. Read more

Summertime First Aid: Poison Plants

Defend your family from the “itchy plants” — poison ivy, poison sumac, and poison oak Read more

Summertime First Aid: Jellyfish Stings

Next time you or a family member gets stung: Be prepared Read more

Activities for the Outdoor Baby

Get age-appropriate outdoor activities for your baby’s first year. Read more

7 Tips to Safely Introduce Your Baby to the Outdoors

Mosquitoes, poison ivy, sunburn… get tips on making the outdoors fun and safe for your baby Read more

Parents: How to Start an Outdoor Playgroup

Tips to make outdoor play dates part of your family’s routine Read more