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Show kids the secret lives of animals this fall

Turn your family hike up a notch by going ‘creeking’

How to write a nature prescription for your family

How gardening with native plants can teach kids eco-stewardship

The do’s and don’ts of feeding birds

Beat the heat: 8 science-based hacks to keep cool

Keeping kids in the dark is good when it comes to night hiking.

How to find shark teeth with your kids

Animals ‘talk.’ Here’s how to get kids to listen.

Your guide to a rock-collecting adventure with kids

Why a little risk in kids' playtime might be just what they need

Your guide to safely exploring the outdoors with kids

Going on a backyard campout with kids

How to go on a fossil hunt with kids

Here's how kids can take bird photos like a pro.

10 secrets to identifying trees

Gardening is good for kids—and not just because of the veggies

10 cold-weather kids’ games from around the world

Get your flock outside for some winter bird-watching

Yes, you CAN get your kids outside when it's cold.

The secret to a calm family road trip? Nature.

Spooky sky-watching for Halloween

Getting kids to love not-so-cute critters

Want better talks with your kids? Take them outside.

Fall is for the birds—and it’s a great way to get kids outside

Your family guide to stargazing the fall sky

Why city trees can be good for kids’ brains

Here's how kids can take wildlife photographs

How to take learning on vacation

Why a backyard that's 'for the birds' is great for kids, too

14 camping hacks for families

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