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Budding Naturalists

Budding Naturalists includes lessons that immerse children in grades K-2 in sensory activities designed to nurture their natural curiosity and build comfort and fascination with the outdoors. Youth make animal dens, gnome homes and rain sticks, go on sensory hikes, explore animal artifacts, make nature art and much more. Each lesson includes a handout for parents/caregivers to continue the engagement at home.

Lesson time: Six 90-minute lessons

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