To be clear, this is a listing of experiments for all ages, not just kids. I often find one of the best ways to understand a concepts is by seeing it in action. Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty, these should be fun for all ages!
- Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats (Kid Friendly)
- By: Cylita Guy PhD
- Source: Austin Public Library
- The Curious Naturalist
- By: Massachusetts Audubon Society
- Source: Amazon Suggested Reading
- Experiment with Outdoor Science: Fun projects to try at home (STEAM Ahead) (Kid Friendly)
- By: Nick Arnold (Author), Giulia Zoavo (Illustrator)
- Source: Amazon Suggested Reading
- How to Teach Nature Journaling: Curiosity, Wonder, Attention
- By: John Muir Laws (Author), Emilie Lygren (Author)
- Source: Amazon Suggested Reading
- Junior Wildlife Rescuer Activity Book: Over 40 Animal Puzzles, Games, and Crafts for Ages 6-12 (Kid Friendly)
- By: Mariya Prytula
- Source: Austin Wildlife Rescue
- The Naturalist at Home: Projects for Discovering the Hidden World Around Us
- By: Kelly Brenner
- Source: Amazon Suggested Reading
- Nature School: Lessons and Activities to Inspire Children’s Love for Everything Wild (Kid Friendly)
- By: Lauren Giordano (Author), Stephanie Hathaway (Author), Laura Stroup (Author)
- Source: Amazon Suggested Reading
Sources
- Amazon Suggested Reading. I will always try to shop at a local bookstore first, but sometimes the recommendations that come out of Amazon and GoodReads can assist you in finding books you would not have otherwise seen based on your reading history.
- Austin Public Library I feel like we are very lucky in Austin as the library curates some amazing book lists. Don’t forget to browse when you’re in checking out other books or attending an event.
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