Family Nature

Ideas for parents and carers exploring nature with children from babies to age 12. Everything here assumes an adult is supervising, and we flag where extra care is needed.

For parents and carers of children aged 0–12. Every activity assumes adult supervision; we say where extra care is needed.

Family Nature

Backyard birdwatching with kids

Simple ways to share backyard birds with children, from first sounds to real citizen science — plus clean feeders and bird safety.

Family Nature

Nature activities by age

Sensory play, scavenger hunts, bug watching and more — nature ideas matched to each age band, with the supervision each one needs.

Family Nature

Wildlife safety for families

Distance, no feeding, staying together, and what kids should do if they meet a large animal — with ticks, snakes, water and sun.

Family Nature

Start a family nature journal

A notebook, a pencil and a few good prompts. How to keep a family nature journal and share sightings without sharing your children's details.