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35 Nature Books for Kids

August 17, 2021 by Jennifer Fontaine 2 Comments

nature books for kids

by Jennifer Fontaine - Children are the future stewards of the earth. Starting in childhood, it's important that they learn to appreciate and take care of nature, so why not nurture that with vibrant and informative nature books? This list of children's books gently discusses critical subjects like what we can do to help preserve our natural resources, how to investigate and … [Read more...]

30-Day Mini Outdoor Adventure Activity Calendar – FREE Printable!

September 1, 2020 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

Let's be honest. We are all exhausted. We are being pushed and pulled in too many directions, placed in difficult situations that we may not be prepared to handle. Homeschooling, co-schooling, digital schooling, hybrid schooling, worldschooling, roadschooling, wildschooling, unschooling. No mater what your family has chosen, it's right for you. Since March, we have … [Read more...]

Junior Naturalist Week Three – Pollinators & Garden Observation Lesson Plan

April 25, 2020 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

Observing and learning about the importance of pollinators fosters a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of living things and their environment, while cultivating a profound desire to conserve and protect our delicate ecosystem. Each one of our Junior Naturalist week-long lesson plans takes kids outside with daily outdoor learning assignments that involve a wide … [Read more...]

Junior Naturalist Week Two – Tree Observation Lesson Plan

April 13, 2020 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

The observation of trees creates a captivating introduction for budding botanists and arborists into the science of fungi, microorganisms, and giant trees, while providing a bold and exciting curriculum for outdoor STEM learning. Each one of our Junior Naturalist lesson plans contains a full week's worth of activities, centered around a specific, nature-based theme, … [Read more...]

Junior Naturalist Week One – Bug Observation Lesson Plan

April 1, 2020 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

bug observation lesson plan

The observation of bugs creates a fascinating introduction for budding naturalists into biology, ecology, the environment, and even health, creating a challenging and inspiring environment for outdoor STEM learning. Our Junior Naturalist lesson plans are comprised of week-long curriculum, focused on one nature-based subject, inviting kids and parents to get outside and … [Read more...]

130+ FREE Outdoor Learning Activities For Kids Unexpectedly Stuck at Home

March 15, 2020 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

As people across the world are coping with the recent uncertainties, we at Outdoor Families Magazine want to express our support to everyone affected during this time. As families gear up for school closures, spending time outside can be a great way for kids to naturally boost their energy and exercise their brain power while continuing the learning process with you as their … [Read more...]

11 Nature Books for Kids (Plus, 2 for Adults)

September 21, 2019 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

nature books for kids and adults summer reading list

by Jennifer Fontaine - It's summertime. 'Tis the season for exciting, less structured opportunities to engage children in exploring and discovering the world around them. Whether in a city or out in the countryside, scenery is constantly changing. The trees are getting greener, birds are carrying twigs for nest-building, bees are pollinating, and every puddle and pond is filled … [Read more...]

50 Outdoor Easy Science Experiments For Kids

February 15, 2019 by Jennifer Fontaine Leave a Comment

outdoor science experiments for kids

by Sarah Benton Feitlinger - Science is everywhere, and it is easy to fuel children’s natural curiosity outdoors with a quick and easy science experiment. Kids are natural born scientists, always inventing and experimenting, with whatever just happens to be right in front of them. Throwing spaghetti against a wall? A science experiment. Stacking blocks. A science experiment. … [Read more...]

What is Wildschooling?

February 6, 2019 by Jennifer Fontaine 2 Comments

what is wildschooling

Wildschooling, noun; a progressive parenting philosophy which encourages the creativity, curiosity, and joy that children naturally express. by Nicolette Sowder - When my oldest daughter turned preschool age, my husband and I began having conversations about what we wanted her schooling to look and feel like. We found that aspects of the local school system and … [Read more...]

30 Reasons Why Trees Are Important – A Springtime Printable

March 29, 2018 by Jennifer Fontaine 3 Comments

why are trees important benefits

Protecting nature is a communal activity that all people play a role in, but knowing why is an important motivating factor. One of our best allies in the continued survival of humanity, be it from global warming or just nature itself, are trees. Trees come in all shapes, sizes, and uses. Some trees are evergreen, meaning they never lose their leaves, and produce incredibly … [Read more...]

26 Outdoor STEM Activities For Kids

July 15, 2017 by Jennifer Fontaine 2 Comments

outdoor STEM activities

by Sarah Benton Feitlinger - Outdoor STEM activities for kids are all around us and sometimes easier than you ever thought. Getting outside in nature is always a learning experience in one way or another. There are the obvious links to learning like the biology and ecology of flora and fauna, geology and geography. However, you may not have ever considered that … [Read more...]

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