2nd grade nature activities

Learn how to integrate art into your plant science activities by having students make chlorophyll paintings. Similar to leaf rubbings, this simple science based art project is a fun and creative extension for teaching kids about photosynthesis.

We sure do love our nature crafts around here. Summer is in full swing, so we are spending more and more time outside. This means two things: More and more "outside" things find their way inside. The surfaces around our home always seem to gather collections of special rocks, sticks, and shells throughout the summer.

Find creative ideas and hands-on plant life cycle activities that teach your first, second, and third graders about plants. Students learn about the parts of a plant, photosynthesis, pollination, and how seeds are dispersed. Don’t miss the unique foldable flower lapbook to get kids writing about science ideal for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders. #plantlifecycle

Whether it's using leaves, twigs, rocks or flowers passed their prime, here are 30+ nature crafts to do with kids of all ages!

Try this simple activity with your child to guesstimate the age of a tree in your yard and nurture her developing math skills while you're at it!

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Want to have a bit of fun outside? Check out Nana's 18 Outdoor Nature Activities for Kids for a host of ideas with something for everyone. You'll find all kinds of hands-on crafts, activities and art projects that connect kids with nature and get you outside for some fresh air. Go ahead and choose a few and head outdoors, what are you waiting for?

15 super awesome nature inspired activities for kids! Mud pie, organic planting, DIY mason bee habitat, nature weaving, Leaf Threading and even worm farm!

You will love this list of outdoor nature games for kids. They are super simple and super fun!