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How to Find the Right Mix of Screen Time and Nature Time
Find screen time recommendations by age, family-friendly tips for setting limits, and outdoor apps that help...
The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
From forest bathing to climate anxiety, NEEF connects the science of nature and mental health with practical...
Wetlands Work for Us
Learn more about the importance of wetlands in the US, how you can help protect your local wetlands, and...
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Did you know that animal pollinators play a critical role in the reproduction of 90% of flowering plants and one-third of all crops grown for food? It’s time to
Explore hands-on sustainability actions for homes and workplaces! From energy efficiency to composting, take steps to positively impact the environment with
Susan Sachs has been a science educator for over 20 years, and even has a species of lichen named after her, an honor rarely bestowed on educators.
A YMCA summer program blends biking, environmental science, and community learning to help students stay engaged and prevent summer slide.
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I felt very honored to be a part of this program. The whole reason I became a conservation biologist was to make a difference.
How can students give back to their school in a way that helps reduce its environmental footprint? Here are a few strategies both teachers and parents can use
With tests and exams approaching, you may notice your students (or your child) experiencing feelings of nervousness. Exams can be stressful and it can be hard
Hog farms and STEM education go together like peanut butter and jelly. Though it sounds odd, the unlikely duo is part of a workshop aimed at helping a group of
How can you tell that spring is on its way? Whether you're holding out for the first sighting of a robin, crocuses blooming where there once was snow, or buds
NEEF believes that the natural world offers a compelling and universal context for investigations and applications of many STEM lessons, through an approach we