Recent child development studies have shed light on the benefits of children’s exposure to nature, and the importance that early exposure to the natural world has on creating adults who … Read more
Students and Nature
10 Ways National Wildlife Federation Education Programs Are Helping Wildlife
The beginning of a new school year is the perfect time to celebrate the many ways that the education programs of the National Wildlife Federation are supporting wildlife. Our tools … Read more
Breaking Routines: Outdoor Learning in Texas School Districts
The new school year is here and teachers at nearly 600 Texas schools certified as National Wildlife Federation Schoolyard Habitats are poised to create memorable outdoor learning experiences for their … Read more
When Nature and Digital Screens Click
Are your kids indoors playing electronic games and watching too much television? For years, parents have been told that video games, TV, movies, and digital devices will make their kids … Read more
How Spending Time Outdoors Can Boost Student Academic Potential
School is back, and with it come parents’ concerns for their child’s academic performance. Parents want what is best for their kids and, in order to ensure a successful future, … Read more
The Green Team Superheroes of Wilmot Elementary School
They started the school year off as just fourteen students but ended as a group of Superheroes! The student-led Green Team – created last year – focuses on leadership and hands-on … Read more
Connecting Underserved Families with Nature
Connecting underserved families with nature through camping The National Wildlife Federation Seattle Office offered two Great American Campout events this summer to engage 300 campers from historically underrepresented and underserved … Read more
Reducing Student Stress through Nature
Today, more than ever before, school-related stress is taking a toll on the physical and emotional health of our students. From standardized tests, to bullying, to increasingly rigorous safety drills, … Read more
NYC Students Showcase Their Ideas for Creating Resilient Schools & Communities
National Wildlife Federation’s Eco-Schools USA provides students, prekindergarten through 12th grade, the opportunities to learn about creating a more sustainable future for people and wildlife. The Resilient Schools Consortium is … Read more
Connecting Austin’s Youth with Nature and Wildlife
The National Wildlife Federation works with educators across the country to introduce the next generation of conservationists to nature and the wildlife that call it home. The Federation was one … Read more
