At-Home Education Resources

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Rock Walk

Go on an outdoor adventure to find unique rocks!

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Pre K

Shapes of Land, Bodies of Water

What shapes of land and bodies of water can you find?

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Grades K - 5

Video Investigation: Weather Journals

Weather Journals: In this video, students will see an example weather journal and learn how they can make their own to use at home.

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Grades K - 5 / Virtual

Map-It!

Create a map of your home, property, neighborhood, or close-by space that you can walk to safely.

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Grades 4 - 12

A Day in the Life of a Bird

What can you learn about a bird from observing them for a day?

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Grades 4 - 12

Hungry Owl

What can you catch while you fly on silent wings?

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Pre K

Peppermint Beetle

Go on a scent adventure through your local woods.

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Grades 4 - 12

Are Vacant Lots Vacant?

Find a vacant lot for an outdoor laboratory for you to examine the elements of an ecosystem!

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Grades 4 - 12

Water and Ice Investigations

Hands on PreK investigations of water and ice.

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Pre K

Build a Nature Mandala

Design a beautiful mandala using natural materials.

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Grades K - 5

Facebook Live: Dinosaur Descendants

Join us for an encounter with some dinosaur descendants.

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Virtual

VINS Nature Center Virtual Visit

Are you unable to visit VINS due to COVID-19 restrictions? Get an up-close VINS experience – virtually!

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"As the school year winds down, I just want to take a moment to say thank you for creating and sharing lessons and videos during this time of distance learning.  We included them in our weekly plans, and the kids and their families really enjoyed them.  Not only were the lessons/videos engaging and fun, but we knew in sharing them with our families that we were giving them high quality learning opportunities.  Your work and effort is/was greatly appreciated!"

Kindergarten Teacher, Hartland Elementary School

"We just finished our virtual field trip! It was AWESOME! My class was so enthralled and asked great questions! Nathan was an excellent presenter and the kids can't wait to visit over the summer. Thank you again for the opportunity to do this. Even though we could not be there in person, it was a great trip!"

Fifth Grade Teacher, White River School