Ranger Rick in the Classroom

It's no secret that Ranger Rick® captivates kids, but--shhh, don't tell!--the magazine is more than just fun. It's also a great tool for building nonfiction reading skills and conceptual science understanding.

Are you a classroom teacher, a home-schooling parent, or an educator with a nature center, after-school program, or another group? There are a number of ways to incorporate this award-winning magazine into your curriculum.

With our classroom program, Ranger Rick® can be provided to a child for only $1 per issue.

Your choice of 6, 9 or 12 issue subscriptions.
Subscription includes a free copy for the classroom teacher.
All copies are sent directly to the school to ensure their availability for classroom use.

Online Educator Guides

The Ranger Rick Educator's Guide (ISSN 1931-3470) is published monthly by the National Wildlife Federation as a complement to Ranger Rick magazine. This concise guide provides educational extensions for each month's issue. Delve deeper into every issue with activity ideas and student pages.

Gulf Oil Spill-Info for Educators

Educator Resources-Gulf Oil Spill

NWF's Eco-Schools USA program offers information and activities about wetlands.

Ranger Rick answers kids' questions about the oil spill.

What Is Eco-Schools USA?

Eco-Schools USA is a holistic, green school program that

greens the school building
greens the school grounds
greens the curriculum and student experience

NWF is working to recruit thousands of K-12 public, private and charter schools across the United States to become a part of the Eco-Schools USA program. Learn more about Eco-Schools USA.

Take learning outside with NWF's habitat themed activities