Crafts can be a great way to engage students with nature. Hands-on work and the creativity that goes into crafting builds connections and is lots of fun!

If you need something to keep the young ones busy and combine creative fun with themes of nature, here are some ideas from our Nature Net partners:

Aldo Leopold Nature Center

The ALNC has put together a page of nature themed crafts fun for everybody.

Cave of the Mounds

What’s better than a nature craft? A SCIENCE nature craft – here are some rock-themed science experiments to do at home!

International Crane Foundation

The ICF has many Cranetivities perfect for students grades 3-5.

Always wanted to know how to fold a paper crane?