Family Outdoor Learning

Ways to learn outside while social distancing


A child's world is fresh and beautiful, full of wonder and excitement.  If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder...he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it with, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in. - Rachel Carson

Outdoor Explorations

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Online Tools

To use in the Field

Family Activities Calendar

Activities to Do All Year Long

Guiding Children Outdoors

Helpful tips before going out
For questions or further details, please contact Karen McCarthy, Science Curriculum Coordinator K-5, or Pamela Cohen, District Big Backyard Coordinator