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August 8, 2023

25 Best Nature Books for Outdoor Adventures

In BOOKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER

As the summer sun’s golden rays beckon us outdoors, it’s the perfect time to embark on a literary journey that seamlessly blends the joy of reading with the thrill of outdoor exploration! Whether you’re planning a family hike, a camping escapade, or a simple stroll through the local park, the right nature book can transform your outdoor activities into unforgettable experiences of wonder and discovery. Today, Utah mom of three, Emily Liebel of @inclusivelibrary, is…

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April 24, 2023

10 Ways Your Public Library Can Help You Get Outdoors

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Public libraries have always been places for learning and exploring, but they can also play a role in promoting outdoor activities and helping families spend more time outside. Libraries today can provide families with so much more than just books. Emily Liebel, Salt Lake City mom of three and book lover over at Inclusive Library, is here sharing 10 creative ways public libraries can help kids and families learn about their environment, appreciate local nature,…

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November 16, 2021

10 Must Read Exploration & Adventure Chapter Books For Kids

In BOOKS, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL

We’re BIG fans of books around here. We’ve featured the most beautiful picture books about nature, diverse nature books, the best nature-themed holiday books, and even a huge list of educational nature books. As our kids get older and want books that are more substantial than just pretty pictures, we’re moving our young readers into chapter books. But not all chapter books are equal. We love finding chapter books that have a nature theme, lovable…

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August 24, 2021

Tips for Fossil Hunting with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BEACH, BOOKS, GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Are your kids dinosaur-obsessed?  Do they love treasure hunts? Do they enjoy using tools? Then this outdoor activity is going to blow you away! Today, teacher and UK mom, Hannah Martin, is sharing all the best tips and advice on how to go fossil hunting with kids. Fossil hunting is a fun, exciting, and educational activity for the entire family!  You can do it nearly anywhere and it doesn’t take a lot of fancy gear…

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Nature Books for Kids
January 22, 2021

Nature Books for Little Naturalists

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BOOKS, INFORMATION, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOORS INSIDE

In a world where research for so many young people takes place on the internet, it’s so nice to find books that are both educational and beautiful! Today, Jemma, English teacher and mom of 4 is here sharing 9 awesome nature books from Quarto Publishers that will help inspire a love of nature in your children. These nature-focused books are perfect for homeschoolers or for any kids excited about learning about the world around them…

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November 30, 2020

Nature-Themed Holiday Books for Kids

In BOOKS, HOLIDAYS, NATURE SCHOOL, WINTER

With the holidays fast approaching, we wanted to put together a big list of some of our favorite nature-themed holiday books for kids. We hope this list will help you find the perfect books for celebrating the season with your children. Add a few of these to your Christmas wishlist, shopping list, gift-giving list, or library list.  {This post contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through one…

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Diverse nature books for kids
August 7, 2020

10 Diverse Nature Books for Kids

In BOOKS, NATURE SCHOOL

Nature is full of color and diversity…children’s books about nature should be, too! Diverse books are incredibly important, not only for children who are looking to see their own lives reflected in literature, but to introduce new thoughts and ideas to all children so they know there is so much more to our beautiful world. Diversity can be brought out in the character’s background, race, skin color, religion, socio-economic status, or family life as well….

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November 4, 2019

Best Educational Nature Books for Kids

In BOOKS, GIFT GUIDE, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL

Books are one of my biggest passions and biggest weaknesses. I am a self-proclaimed book addict and can’t ever pass up a good book recommendation. Children’s books are no different. Our shelves at home are lined with picture books containing incredible stories, silly rhymes, and beautiful images. I especially love to find books that not only captivate my children visually but teach us something about life, nature and our planet. Today, I’ve put together a…

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October 19, 2018

40+ More Beautiful Nature Books for Kids

In BOOKS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Books are a big deal at our house! I have a 1st grader learning to read and a preschooler that would listen to 500 books a night if I had that kind of time. We voraciously go through books. I’m always on the hunt for fun new (to us) books for my little readers. Since we’re an outdoorsy family, we naturally love children’s books about nature and animals. Picture books are favorites since both kids…

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beautiful nature books for kids
October 24, 2017

Beautiful Children’s Picture Books About Nature

In BOOKS, NATURE SCHOOL

If your kids are anything like mine, they devour books. Rarely do we read a book just once. We read them over and over again until the words are memorized and the pictures are etched in our minds. My son loves silly books that make him laugh. My daughter loves sing-songy books that rhyme. And I love nature books that teach the kids about the wonder and beauty of the outdoors. One thing we all…

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