Animals are a great way for young students to connect with nature. Wildlife is all around us, and our Nature Net members have many resources to show you just that. Connecting with animals is a great way for students to learn more about nature in a fun way.

See some of the great resources from Nature Net members here:

Nature Net!

Check out our Pinterest page for lots of animal themed crafts!

You can also see our Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook for weekly #WildlifeWednesday facts you can share with the littles.

Bethel Horizons

Go on nature walks with Bethel in their nature videos!

Henry Vilas Zoo

Check out all of their Keeper Chat videos on all the animals at the zoo, and they come with fun at-home activities to do too!

Virtual Critter Connections are a way for a small group to interact closely and safely with zoo animals.

Online Zoo Tours can be scheduled for a larger group of kids.

International Crane Foundation

There are lots of Cranetivities for kids to enjoy and learn more about cranes!

Madison Children’s Museum

Check out some of their animal-themed videos on YouTube!

MSCR

Some of their videos on the outdoors focus on observing wildlife!