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HANDS ON @ HOME
Below are 18 different activities you can do at home that will teach your children about Environmental Stewardship, Eco-Awareness, and the benefits of physical activity.
Share one or all of them with your family!
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@Home Activities
Animal MovesHelp your child get active by imitating the moves of some of their favorite animals!Back-atcha BallGood for practicing ball throwing and kicking skillsBirdbathWatch the birds gather for a splash!Birding TipsWatching wild birds is fun!Circle FeederMake an easy bird feederCreek JumpersGet your kids moving with this fun twist on "Simon Says" |
Cross CountryTeach your kids how walking a little every day adds up to great distancesFruit FeederWatch local birds as they perch on your fresh fruit feederHabitat HuntHow many different wildlife "homes" can you find at your local park?Kids' Car WashGet your kids involved in spring cleaning by having them pretend they are a car washNature NotesObserve the wildlife in your own backyard and keep track of it in a Nature NotebookNest-Go-RoundHelp birds build nests by supplying them with fun materials! |
Pirate PicnicLet your children hunt for hidden (and healthy) treasureSalmon ViewingTake a field trip to a local salmon run and learn about spawing from Salmon StewardsSpelling HopA fun way to get your kids moving AND help them build spelling skillsToad HouseBuild and decorate a place for toads to absorb water and look for insectsWalking SchoolbusA healthy, educational, and environmently-friendly way to get to schoolWelcome WildlifeLearn how to make your yard an inviting place for local wildlife |