Look no further for gift ideas that help get kids outside. We have many suggestions over several lists if you’re shopping for a kid you want to encourage outdoors, or for a kid who already loves the outdoors. We can’t deny it — most kids like stuff. It could be a cardboard box or a shiny new toy, a favorite…
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Outdoor toys (and non-toys) can help inspire and nature play and adventure in your own backyard. Make it a space they won’t want to leave! Adventure doesn’t always need distance or a destination — it can often be found right outside your door! Sticks and stones and rocks and cones yield plenty of entertainment for kids, but sometimes a “new…
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There are so many incredible non-fiction books out there for kids who love nature and spending time outdoors. We’ve chosen a few of them that we hope will inspire, entertain and inform your kids, encouraging them to step outside and connect with nature. They tell stories of adventure, teach kids about the natural world, and provide numerous activity ideas. In…
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We’ve collected a list of budget-friendly gifts for kids who love nature, designed to encourage outdoor play and nature connection. Whether for holidays or birthdays or just-because-I-love-you days, we’re often in search of good gift ideas. For those of you with kids who love nature, we’ve put together a list of gifts (under $35!) that will help inspire your kids’…
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Rich in loose parts, colors and textures, Autumn outdoor activities are endless fun for kids and encourage them to spend even more time outside. There are so many outdoor activities for kids that are especially enjoyable in Autumn, beyond jumping in leaf piles and visiting an orchard. Autumn is a great time to spend outdoors and provides us with an…
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Every season is a great time to be outside, but you could argue that Spring is particularly exciting with its theme of renaissance and rejuvenation. Just as the butterfly and tadpole undergo amazing transformations, so does nature itself. There’s so much to observe and so much to do! As days get longer, nature gets greener and the weather gets warmer,…
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Gardening is a valuable activity that benefits kids in many ways, and helps them grow alongside the plants they care for. Kids love to dig in the dirt and watch things grow, and gardening is a natural extension of these interests. In addition to dirt under their nails and smudges on their knees, kids can gain so much from gardening…
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Rainy days should inspire outdoor play, not provide excuses to stay indoors. Whether your child is an aspiring engineer, meteorologist, artist, biologist, musician or builder, they’re sure to find a reason to stay outside once you read this list of fun rainy day outdoor activities for kids. Get out there and meet the wet day with joy! Is your child…
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Despite frequent resistance or distraction, it’s more important than ever for teenagers to spend time outdoors. We have a few ideas on helping make that happen! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links through which I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting our web hosting fees. As kids get older, their schedules fill up,…
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Relaxed summer schedules usually allow more time for more outdoor play, from dawn to dusk and beyond. Free nature play is always encouraged, but when you find yourself scrambling for ideas or want to arm yourself with inspiration, check out this list of summer outdoor activities for kids. summertime activities scientific discoveries Play Sink or Float. This game is simple…
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