our neighbors
resources for teaching
MODULE 1: WE LOVE OUR NEIGHBORS introduces children to all life on Earth, the animals, plants, trees, mushrooms, our decomposers, and our pollinators. We, including all humans, need safe homes and healthy land, water, and air.
We’ve compiled websites and resources below that may be of benefit if you’d like to learn more, expand content, adapt for different classrooms, or directly address biodiversity loss.
National Geographic
Ignite the spirit of exploration with National Geographic’s Education Resources. Dive into the magical and vibrant world of life on our planet. Select “K-2” and then refine your search with “see more filters.”
First Forestry Lessons
With Penn State University’s extensive list of forestry lesson plans for young learners, there are bountiful options to engage children with activities that center around trees. From roots to shoots, seasons to syrup, there is so much to learn.
Birdwatching
Begin a bird journey with your classroom with Audubon for Kids, where you can find a colorful array of resources to discover nearly everything about birds, where the live, and what they need to be safe and healthy. Learn wildlife migratory patterns or how to the right houses.
Peterson Field Guides
Acorn Naturalists offers a very wide selection of field guides that are great tools for co-learning with children. Colorful and realistic illustrations of all kinds of beings paired with the knowledge of where and how they live.
Endangered Species
Looking for a website with a wealth of information on endangered species that specifically relates to sharing this information with children. Twinkl has pretty much everything under the sun.
Ranger Rick
This is a magazine for all ages, and it’s stood the test of time. National Wildlife Federation’s Ranger Rick connects children of all ages to nature through photos, games, literacy, math, and more. Visit the website or order the periodical.