Outdoor Learning

3 years & up. "Why did that happen?" "How does that work?" "What will happen if . . . ?" Young children ask questions about the world around them all day long. They are filled with curiosity and the desire to learn. Bubbles, Rainbows and Worms teaches children about the world, using hands-on experiments about plants, the environment, air and water, and the senses. 111 pages.

The movement to connect young children with nature continues to grow, as more parents and educators become passionate about bringing learning outdoors and letting children explore outside the bounds of traditional lessons. In the full-color Learning Is in Bloom, teachers and caregivers will find 40 hands-on activities effective in engaging young children in investigating nature, both indoors and outdoors, on the school grounds, and on excursions around the neighborhood. Through fostering a love… More »

With more than 125 activities, Science Adventures opens up a world of exploration through nature activities in urban, suburban, or rural settings. From Big Step Measuring and Rocks That Write to The Ant Restaurant and How Far Can You Squeeze a Squirt?, the engaging activities in Science Adventures make exploring the environment fun and easy! The authors have adapted the kindergarten science standards set by the National Academy of Sciences to make them developmentally appropriate for preschool children.… More »

2 years & up. An easy-to-tote watering can is the perfect prop for budding gardeners. Colors may vary.

4 years and up. Empower little scientists to discover the world around them. With this Bug Explorer Activity Set, children can catch and observe small animals or closely examine leaves, plants, and more in their natural habitats. Such exploration will give children foundational scientific knowledge about concepts of ecology, life cycles, and more. Set includes observation box, net, tweezers, magnifier, and equipment clip.

3 years & up. Child size cotton gardening gloves have elastic wrists to ensure a comfortable fit and the gloves stay on. Gloves measure 3.5" W x 8.25"L.

Oregano is a member of the mint family, and is high in antioxidants. Leaves have more flavor when they are dried. Germination within 7-14 days. Three packs of Oregano seeds are 10 mg each.

Attracts bumblebees, birds, and butterflies. Mostly seedless. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 400 mg per pack.

18 months & up. Parachute activities promote gross motor functions and imagination. The durable parachute is made of rip-stop nylon fabric, and sewn to last through the toughest play times. Each size includes storage bag. Available in 12' with 8 Handles, 20' with 16 Handles, 24' with 20 Handles, and 6' with 9 handles.

Fragrant and beautiful herb. Grows quickly. Germination within 7-21 days. Net weight 50 mg per pack.

Sunflowers are used for foods and oils. Flower heads track the sun, and are very fast growing plants. Germination within 7-14 days. Three packs of Sunflower seeds are 500 mg each.

Spray bottles are a fun and versatile tool that can be used for a variety of art projects, plant care, and outdoor water play. Each bottle holds 8.7 ounces and has an adjustable nozzle for different sprays and closure.

Rapidly growing, bushy perennial that thrives in full sunlight and requires moderate watering. Gestation 10-21 days. 3 packets of seeds are 300 mg each.

Low growing and keeps animals and insects away. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 30 mg per pack.

Grows easily and quickly. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 150 mg per pack.

6 years & up. This large wall-mount thermometer clearly gives temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales. Recessed tube prevents accidents. Temperature ranges: -40 to 50 degrees Celsius and -40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Use indoors or out. Measures 15"H x 3"W.

An heirloom pumpkin variety known for its smooth, sweet flavor and a maturity time of 100 days. Germination 5 - 10 days. Needs full sunlight and ample watering. Seed packets are 1.5 g each.

These Cucumbers are of the bush variety and are easier to take care of. Give more water for better tasting cucumbers. They are best if harvested while still green. Germination within 3-7 days. Three packs of Cucumber seeds are 260 mg each.

A fast-growing plant with a delightful aroma, spreads easily, thrives in full sunlight, and needs moderate watering. Germination period 10-14 days. Seed packets are 15 mg each.

These Green Beans are of the bush variety and are easier to take care of. Germination within 5-10 days. Three packs of Green Bean seeds are 10 mg each.

18 months & up. Designed for toddlers, this colored chalk features an easy-grip handle, large cone of color, and a detachable ring for replacing chalk when needed. Six colors: white, blue, orange, yellow, pink and green. Chalk refills are also available.

2 years & up. These stone roller sets are easy for children to use when creating patterns and prints in dough, sand, and dirt. Each roller is almost 3" long and sized for small hands. Roll to create a pattern, and then stamp a corresponding insect or animal throughout to create a tactile work of art. Each individual set includes 6 different rollers, and two sets have 12 different rollers. Sets to choose from: Garden Bugs, Forest Friends, Ocean Life, and Pond Life. Sets are sold separately, or in bundles of two.

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.

3 years & up. Learn all about the different insects that live in our world! Encourages dramatic play and scientific learning. Set of 10 insects. All plastic insects are phthalate-free. Products have been tested to different international toy safety requirements.