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To support the virtual learning needs of teachers, parents as teachers, and caregivers, Eco-Schools USA presents a collection of resources that rely on the natural world as the vehicle for learning. Resource additions are made monthly. Questions? Contact eco-schoolsusa@nwf.org
Learning Activities
A collection of short, at-home learning activities that teachers can share or families can complete together. Take a virtual field trip with “Nature’s Witness™,” the National Wildlife Federation’s first-ever exhibition of wildlife photography chosen from the National Wildlife® Photo Contest.
Grades K-5
Trick or Trash, Waste & Recycling (K-2)
Trick or Trash, Waste & Recycling (3-5)
What's the Matter in Nature Activity
Monarch Recovery Garden Model (K-2)
Symmetry in Nature (PreK)
Seek by iNaturalist Lesson (3-5)
Outdoor Learning Resources
Eco-Schools USA YouTube Channel
WATCH NOW:
- Teacher and Antarctic Researcher, Sarah Slack: "The Most Dangerous Glacier on Earth"
- Read aloud, Pass the Energy, Please! Read with permission from Sourcebooks, authored by Barbara Shaw-McKinney and illustrated by Chad Wallace. Download the learning activity to accompany the story.
- Learn about Biodiversity with National Wildlife Federation at Home!
Ranger Rick® Family Guide
This monthly guide provides family-friendly ways to stay engaged with nature. It complements the digital edition of Ranger Rick® magazine, currently available for free. For more animal and nature activities, crafts, stories, and fresh jokes and riddles, explore Ranger Rick at Home. Teachers are also encouraged to download the free, monthly Educator's Guide.
Ranger Rick Jr. Parent Guide
This monthly parent guide is available in both English and Spanish. It complements the digital edition of Ranger Rick Jr. magazine, currently available for free.
March 2021 Magazine
March 2021 Parent Guide (English)
March 2021 Parent Guide (Spanish)
March 2021 Spanish Story
April 2021 Magazine
April 2021 Parent Guide (English)
April 2021 Parent Guide (Spanish)
April 2021 Spanish Story
Art Activities
Get crafty with this collection of nature-inspired arts and crafts activities.
Wild About Stampin'
Instructions for creating wildlife stamps
Scavenging for Species
Instructions for a wildlife scavenger hunt
Buzzworthy Mason Bee Condos
Create and care for a mason bee condo.
Pollinator Origami Chatterbox
Learn about native pollinators with this fun origami activity.
Salmon Life Cycle Origami Chatterbox
Learn about the salmon life cycle with this fun origami activity.
Rock Art Activity
Learn more about rocks used in landscaping and beautify a garden with a Rock Art activity.
Schooled on Salmon
Learn about salmon and Go Fishin' with this craft activity.
A Cauldron of Bats
Create a cauldron of bats with this craft activity.
Winter Wonderland & Wildlife Habitat
Create a log cabin and gingerbread wildlife habitat with this craft activity.
