Outdoor Learning

3 years & up. Bake a mud pie, mix up some leaf soup, and inspire growing imaginations with this sturdy Mud Kitchen. Use the Mud Kitchen's large work surface and sink with removable plug to incorporate messy materials such as mud, sand, and water into collaborative outdoor play. Store mud tools, buckets, and Nature to Play™ Crates on the convenient accessory shelf and spacious bottom shelf. Complete with a weather-resistant finish and made from weather-resistant, thermally modified wood… More »

3 years & up. Get messy, hammer a board, and create lasting friendships at this durable Workbench. Use the Workbench's large, sturdy surface for collaborative mud, sand, and outdoor play. Store mud tools, buckets, Loose Parts, and a Nature to Play™ Crate on the convenient accessory shelf and bottom shelf. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and featuring a weather-resistant finish, this Workbench is the optimal spot for a group of rough-and-tumble kids and perfect for rugged,… More »

3 years & up. Explore physics and the principles of cause and effect by pouring buckets of water down the Water Trough System. Watch waterfalls flow or block trickling streams with muddy barricades for open-ended exploration. The Water Trough System is designed to work with the Water Tower to provide unlimited opportunities for kid-lead, water-based activities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and coated with a weather-resistant finish, the Water Trough System is optimal for… More »

3 years & up. This durable, kid-activated Water Tower gives children the means to control and understand water flow. Let children fill their own buckets during water-based activities or send water trickling down the Water Trough System. The Water Tower easily attaches to a standard garden hose, making it a simple, easy-to-use water source. Solid construction of thermally modified wood by Thermory® and a weather-resistant finish make the Water Tower optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Measures… More »

3 years & up. Sit back and enjoy nature in the rustic comfort of the Adirondack Chair. This kid-sized take on classic furniture is the perfect cozy spot to spend the relaxing moments between work and play in natural outdoor environments. The ergonomic design, and sturdy construction of thermally modified wood by Thermory®, make this seat optimal for little ones looking for comfort. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Adirondack Chair is perfect for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly… More »

3 years & up. Pull up a bench to this sturdy Square Table for messy crafts, a fun picnic, or a collaborative activity. With a large work surface that provides ample room for social interactions and teamwork, the Square Table is designed to fit four Nature to Play™ Single Benches. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Square Table is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly required; hardware included. Assembly difficulty level: Easy. Estimated Assembly time: Less than 1 hour.… More »

3 years & up. Gather around for a picnic, an outdoor lesson, or a messy craft and share a seat with a friend on this solid Standard Bench made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. Standard Benches are designed to fit with the Nature to Play™ Rectangle Table but can be grouped together as a gathering place or dotted throughout your play area as fun stop-off points for children to take breaks during rough play. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Standard Bench is optimal… More »

3 years & up. Pull up a bench to this sturdy Rectangle Table for messy crafts, a picnic, or a collaborative activity. With a large work surface that provides ample room for social interactions and teamwork, the Rectangle Table is designed to fit two Nature to Play™ Standard Benches. Complete with a weather-resistant finish, the Rectangle Table is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly required; hardware included. Assembly difficulty level: Easy. Estimated Assembly time: Less than… More »

3 years & up. Gather around for a picnic, an outdoor lesson, or a messy craft with this solid Single Bench made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. Single Benches are designed to fit with the Nature to Play™ Square Table but can be grouped together as a gathering place or dotted throughout your play area as fun stop-off points for children to take breaks during rough play. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Single Bench is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly… More »

3 years & up. Encourage children to use their imaginations and play in creative, open-ended ways with the Mini Spool. Use the Mini Spool as a table, stool, or turn it on its side and roll it around the yard during gross-motor activities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory® that has been coated with a weather-resistant finish, the Mini Spool is built to withstand continued outdoor use and rough play. Measures 15"H x 15"W x 15"L.

3 years & up. Inspired by construction and lumber yards, these durable and lightweight Loose Parts are an oversized version of your child's beloved indoor block set. These strong boards are designed to encourage teamwork and collaboration while inspiring creativity and captivating children with unlimited play possibilities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and coated with a weather-resistant finish, Loose Parts are built to withstand continued rough play outdoors. Measures… More »

3 years & up. Grow plants, dig, discover, and explore with all your senses during playtime with this sturdy Planter made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. The durable, reinforced basin makes the perfect home for veggies, fruits, and colorful flowers and the weather-resistant finish makes the Planter optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Measures 11"H x 14.5"W x 48"L.

3 years & up. This apple-crate inspired, multi-purpose storage Crate is the perfect place for kids to stash Loose Parts, natural materials, toys, and Mud Kitchen utensils. Kids can easily carry these lightweight Crates and fill them with whatever treasures they find during playtime. Flip them over for a sturdy platform, or turn them on their side and let your imagination take over. Crates are designed to fit on the bottom shelves of the Nature to Play™ Mud Kitchen, Workbench, and Water… More »

3 years & up. Children can experiment with layering, patterning, and abstract expression using Discovery Frames. Large, translucent frames in square, triangle and circular shapes feature notches and holes for weaving and lacing using the twine strings included in the set. Layer found loose parts and natural materials (not included), furthering a child's organic connections. Enhance creative play with 6 double-sided concept cards providing creative inspiration. Square frame: 8.6"W x 8.6"H,… More »

Children love outdoor play. Now teachers can combine the magic and excitement of the outdoors with activities that encourage and support learning! This book includes more than 100 new teacher-created, classroom-tested outdoor activities that engage children's minds and bodies as much as they explore the limitless bounds of the outdoors while also building key skills in areas like math, literacy and language, science, art, and music. Perfect for ages 3 - 6. Activities include: counting, alphabet,… More »

4 years & up. Kit includes a pot, germination bag, seeds, a peat disk, instructions, and three plants: tomato, green bean, and sweet basil. All certified organic.

4 years & up. This earth-friendly kit gets children ready to garden with components that are all certified organic. The plant is quick to sprout, easy to grow, and will produce their harvest early on compact plants. Sprout inside, and then plant the whole pot in the ground when it's ready -- no waste! Each kit includes a coconut coir pot, a corn-based germination bag, seeds, a peat disk, and informative instructions.

4 years & up. Explore the life cycle of plants and introduce the wonder of growing things with 5 hands-on, age appropriate activities. Includes Earthbox with casters, potting mix, fertilizer, dolomite, and a standards-based curriculum guide. Measures 11"H x 29"L x 13.5"D.

This compact-sized EarthBox is just like the original with the same smart technology, but approximately half the size and specifically designed for smaller spaces such as a classroom windowsill. Includes: EarthBox Jr. container, aeration screen, water fill tube, 2 reversible mulch covers, overflow saucer, dolomite, fertilizer, and potting mix. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Help your children practice their balance and coordination. This set promotes color recognition, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor functions. Simply balance the ball on the paddle and race to the finish line! Set includes four paddles and four balls in four colors.

3 years & up. Look under the magnifying glass to see the different details of the shells or use for counting, sorting, and up-close viewing. These genuine, assorted sea shells come in different sizes. Available in a set of 12 or a set of 48.

The Butterfly Collection features four different butterflies, each having a distinct musical chord, size, height, and color. When they are struck they emit a rich, long-sustaining gong. The Butterflies add both a sculptural and aesthetic design that invites users both young and old to create music in an outdoor environment. Each butterfly is sold separately. Features: all abilities, all ages, sculptural, interactive play, durable, and perfectly tuned. Butterflies measure 16"-21"W x 16"D… More »

A musical forest comes alive with the 3-sided Tenor Tree. Ringing the green aluminum leaves creates bright, sustaining tones with a range of 12 notes divided into three harmonically pleasing chords. The anodized finish of the aluminum leaves are intentionally designed to create a natural leaf appearance that offers an aesthetic color contrast with the brown tree trunk. Three mallets are conveniently placed so 1 to 3 users can enjoy creating music together. Features: All Abilities, All Ages, Sculptural… More »

Size: Between 19" - 26"W, 11" - 15"D, 37" - 48"H. Weight: Between 28 lbs. - 37 lbs. Available individually in four colors (indigo, orange, turquoise, and yellow) or in an ensemble of all 4 colors. Choose between In-Ground Mount or Portable. Assembly Required.