Students and Nature

In Search of Urban Critters

By Jane Kirkland | July 2, 2008

People often think they have to travel far to see nature. They overlook the nature in their own backyards, schoolyards, neighborhoods and yes, even cities. There is plenty of nature …

Victory for No Child Left Inside

| June 20, 2008

This week, we had a significant victory for getting kids outdoors. With significant bipartisan support, the House Committee on Education and Labor approved the No Child Left Inside Act. This …

The Joy of Camping

By Kate Hofmann | June 18, 2008

What’s the best thing about camping? These days, I’d say it’s getting away from my car and my computer for a few days. When I was a kid, I would …

Take a Cloud Walk

By Jane Kirkland | May 28, 2008

Download a free book on clouds and take your kids on a cloud-gazing expedition!

Creating a Field Guide to Your Backyard, Part 1

By Jane Kirkland | April 30, 2008

Here’s a great way to hone your child’s writing, research and observation skills!

Celebrate National Wildlife Week in Style Like Shirley Temple

By Danielle Brigida | April 15, 2008

So what do Shirley Temple, President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Walt Disney have in common? Nothing. Haha, just kidding, they have all had roles strongly supporting National Wildlife Week! For …

A Little Lawn Reading

By Mary Dalheim | April 8, 2008

Outdoor play and reading can go hand in hand. Get tips and book recommendations here!

Wildlife Heroes Aren’t Just In the Movies

| April 4, 2008

Last night I went to a special screening of Nim’s Island, the new Walden Media movie starring Jody Foster, Abigail Breslin, and Gerard Butler. This movie is about people who …