The US National Parks Junior Ranger Program is designed to engage children aged 5 to 13 in the wonders of America’s national parks. It aims to inspire an appreciation for nature, wildlife, and history while encouraging responsible park exploration.
Get Your Fourth Grade US National Parks Pass!
We love exploring the US National Parks! Did you know that your fourth grader can visit these amazing places for FREE?? Here’s how!
Nature Study: How to Hike with Kids (and Actually Enjoy It)
If you love the great outdoors and want your kids to love it to, read on for our family’s tried and true tips for hiking with little legs.
How to Make a Simple DIY Bird Feeder for Kids
Attract more feathered friends to your yard or garden with this simple DIY bird feeder. Great STEM project to complement your nature study!
Backyard Birding 101
How to get started knowing and loving your local birds
Valentines Project for Bird Lovers
A sweet and simple project for bird lovers this Valentines Day!
Fall Nature Walks
We’re out exploring in this beautiful autumn weather! Read more to see what we’ve found!
Teeny Tiny Carrots: Gardening with Preschoolers
What we’re growing with our little ones this year, and why!
Stolen Moments: Nature Studies in Five Minutes or Less
Did you know Charlotte Mason said little kids should be outside for six hours a day in fair weather? That sounds awesome to me, Charlotte. Unfortunately, our schedule is a bit tight for that right now. Since making the daylight
Raising City Boys Outside
We live in a major urban center, and at this point, we aren’t even allowed chickens in our neighborhood. We have to actively seek out opportunities for our boys to get outside, to spend time around animals, to learn how