1. Secrets of the Bees
 | Description: National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory explores the extraordinary lives of bees, which are among the planet’s most important animals. Over three years, special cameras opened a rare window into a single hive, revealing its hidden world. With more than 20,000 bee species pollinating one-third of the world’s food, this series uncovers their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets. Click HERE to watch some fascinating footage in these two episodes. |
2. Nature as Healer: Building a movement for children’s mental health in nature
 | Description: Nature as Healer is a strategy for advancing children’s access to nature’s benefits, centering the ways in which time in nature supports mental health, recovery from trauma and overall well-being for children, families and communities. With children’s mental health in crisis, nature’s role in supporting young people’s well-being is more important than ever. Nature as Healer is our answer to this crisis. Click HERE to view some additional resources provided by the Children & Nature Network. |
3. How to Turn Your Classroom into a Climate Solution Think-Tank
 | Description: How can electric vehicles be used most effectively to combat climate change? How can we improve the impact of agriculture on people and our planet? Can we restore native ecosystems while mitigating the impacts of the climate crisis? Strategic Energy Innovation’s (SEI) new Climate Solutions Toolkit engages students in asking questions like these as they wrestle with how best to solve one of our planet’s most pressing problems: the threat of changing weather patterns across the globe. While many resources teach students why climate change is happening and its consequences, few encourage them to think critically about the many ways we have to solve this problem, providing both lively engagement and necessary inspiration to take action. This toolkit includes an educator guide, detailed case studies, a curated list of additional climate solutions, and a glossary for educators. Together, these resources provide an inquiry-based framework for facilitating students’ evaluation of a variety of climate solutions and key examples of how educators can use this framework to facilitate discussions about regenerative agriculture, ecosystem restoration, electric vehicles, and more. Request the toolkit HERE. |
4. Staying Cool When It’s Hot Outside
 | Description: Many schools and districts plan to or already use outdoor learning spaces when the weather is warm. As temperatures rise it is important to ensure that students and teachers are comfortable and protected from direct sun and excess heat. Hydration is key, along with avoiding surfaces that intensify heat, finding shade and breezes, and being sure everyone has the right clothing and gear for the weather. Check out these helpful tips and many more resources on the National Outdoor Learning Library. |
5. 13 Inspiring Examples of Young Environmentalists Making A Difference
 | Description: When we were young, it was easy to think that we’d have to wait until we’re older to make a difference since most of our role models were adults. As young environmental activist Ta’Kaiya Blaney said, “I always wanted to make a difference, but it was always along the lines of…when I grow up. It’s sad that it has to be this way but I realize I don’t have time to grow up before I want to make a change.” It’s true – young students don’t need to wait until they’re older to make a difference. They can make real change now. Sometimes they just need to know it’s possible. Project Learning Tree shares 13 inspiring stories that show what’s possible when young environmentalists take action. Get inspired HERE. |
6. Time Outdoors is the Answer to the Mental Health Crisis We See in Kids Today
 | Description: This article, published in the Sierra Club magazine, was written by Jackie Ostfeld, Director of the Sierra Club’s Outdoors for All campaign. She talks about the influence of addictive digital technologies on children and how they are taking a toll on youth mental health. Jackie shares Sierra Club’s efforts to make sure kids can safely access nature wherever they live. Click HERE to read the article. |