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Year in Nature

Free nature-based learning activities, guides, seasonal projects, and family resources that help children build a lasting connection with the outdoors.

Nature & environment · Science · Art & creativity · Physical health · Parent & educatorAges 3-12Free🌐 1 languages
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About Year in Nature

Year in Nature is a free resource created for families, educators, and communities. The official site combines nature-based education and place-based learning with nature studies, art studies, guides, seasonal celebrations, and outdoor activities designed to nurture curiosity and stewardship.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 3-12. It is available as Website, Downloadable and is listed as free. The listed language coverage is English.

What stands out

  • Makes outdoor learning part of everyday family life
  • Blends science observation with art, seasonal projects, and celebration
  • Free guides give families practical starting points
Evaluation detail

How the score is built

Nature connectionExceptional

The official mission centers on lasting, joyful engagement with the natural world.

Format varietyStrong

Nature studies, art studies, guides, and celebrations offer multiple ways to participate.

AccessExceptional

The homepage describes the resource as free.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

  • Activities are designed for family and community use, so adults should adapt them to local spaces and weather.
  • The site is English-language and the exact difficulty varies by guide.
  • Preview checked clean with no cookie popup, ad overlay, broken rendering, or placeholder imagery.
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