Ideas for nature-based learning

What can you do to support children’s learning outside? Explore the nature-based learning ideas guides created by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families in collaboration with the Department of Education: 

• Birth to Pre-K (PDF) 
• Arts Ideas Guide: Preschool–Grade 2 (PDF) 
• Science Ideas Guide: Preschool–Grade 2 (PDF) 

Here are just a few ideas from the guides: 

• Making leaf mobiles 
• Planting bulbs that will grow in the spring 
• Making patterns with nature items, like leaves and pinecones 

Visit the Outdoor and Nature-Based Learning webpage for more resources. New guides will be coming soon with ideas for English language arts, math and social studies.