Nature Explore -- Connecting Young Children with Nature
For Preschool Through 3rd Grade
and their parents and educators
Learning With Nature Idea Book Learning With Nature
Idea Book
Design outdoor spaces that nurture children and encourage rich learning.
Field-tested, natural components for outdoor learning.
  1. For families
  2. For educators
A working demonstration of children connecting with nature. Download a free outdoor activity to try today.
Attend a Nature Explore Workshop
Attend a Nature Explore Workshop
A chance to experience Nature Explore.
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Spending time outdoors is a much-needed influence on children today. The benefits of connecting children with nature has a lasting impact, especially when positive outdoor experiences come at an early age.

Nature Explore is a complete program of fun, effective resources to help educators, parents, and caregivers connect young children with nature.

It's based on years of research on visual-spatial learning, along with an understanding of what is developmentally appropriate for children ages 2 to 8.

Each Nature Explore resource can make a difference alone, or in concert, to help children connect with nature and develop a lifelong sense of wonder.

Download our Nature Explore overview flyer, (PDF, 629 KB).

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