Parent Resources

The following websites offer additional resources for parents interested in engaging their children in various in-home projects. While most of these resources are free, some may require a membership or a fee for certain activities. We strongly recommend that you review these websites independently to ensure they meet your needs. If you have any feedback about the sites we have listed, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Get The Kids Outside

Citizen science for kids is about engaging with nature while helping to save it. It’s a great opportunity for kids to participate in hands-on activities that help the world, all while spending time outdoors.

Ways to support wild birds at home

Habitat loss is a major threat to bird populations, with woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas being replaced by housing, agriculture, and asphalt. This destroys nesting sites and reduces insect populations essential for birds’ survival.

The National Wildlife Federation and Wild Birds Unlimited Nature are inspiring communities to restore habitats by creating bird-friendly gardens. Join their Garden for Wildlife program to make a difference right in your own yard!

Activities to do at home - by Mommy Poppins

It can be scary and overwhelming to think about how the world will change due to the environmental crisis. Taking action can really help kids feel more in control and like a part of the environment around them.

From recycled crafts to eco-friendly swaps and more, we’ve gathered fun, educational, and impactful environmental activities that you can do at home.

Exploring the Environment with Young Learners

Visit the site Alice in Methodologyland, parents with their kids can dive into the topics of environmental education and learning English!  This site has compiled 10 engaging activities with detailed descriptions of each activity, perfect for enhancing your understanding and applying what you’ve learned after the work.

 

Treasure hunt for Kids and other activities

This site provides a list of activities designed to spark your imagination and inspire a wide range of interests. Whether your family loves the great outdoors, embraces artistic pursuits, or delves into the world of science, this list has something for everyone. Each activity is carefully curated to offer not only fun but also educational value, encouraging learning through play. 

Teaching kids about the environment

My First is a less-known site that explores the importance of teaching kids about the environment, share sustainable practices for kids, provide exciting eco-friendly activities, and offer practical tips for raising environmentally conscious kids

GuideStar is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations.


They gather and provide access to the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and accurate nonprofit information which is available to potential funders and donors.

Less than five percent of non-profits registered with GuideStar are recognized with a Gold Seal. A Gold Seal status is the leading symbol of non-profit transparency and accountability.