Teacher, Parent, & Student Resources
Native American Heritage
View Honoring Indigenous people and land - Children and Nature Network
Let's Go Outside - Philly Burbs
This site connects people with nature centers, camping areas, parks, trails and clubs in the Philadelphia area.
The Academy of Natural Science
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in biodiversity and environmental science
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 1910310 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday. View The Academy of Natural Science.
10 am–5 pm, Weekends and HolidaysStroud Water Research Center
Stroud™ Water Research Center seeks to advance knowledge and stewardship of freshwater systems through global research, education, and watershed restoration. View Stroud Water Research Center.
Pennsylvania HERPS Identification
Pennsylvania Herp Identification is an educational tool for the public on the reptiles and amphibians found though out Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Herp Identification was developed as a guide for the Reptiles and Amphibians of Pennsylvania. The guides show Coloration and Pattern differences among species though out PA along with information on ID characteristics. The site had and ID page for each species that are found through out Pennsylvania that includes the characteristic information, detailed photos and range maps.
Children & Nature Network
Montgomery County Conservation District
Their mission is to protect and improve the quality of life of the residents of Montgomery County and surrounding communities by providing, in cooperation with others, timely and efficient service, education, and technical guidance, for the wise use of our soil, water, and related resources.
PA Fish and Boat Commission
Pennsylvania Game Commission
A plethora of information on wildlife, education and resources.
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Explore PA Trails. Find trails close to you.
The National Park Service
Plan a visit or learn and explore the National Parks. Or ask for their help in revitalizing their communities, preserving local history, celebrating local heritage, and creating close-to-home opportunities for kids and families to get outside, be active, and have fun.
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy works in the Keystone State to protect Pennsylvania’s native forests, life-giving rivers, urban green spaces and productive farmlands for many generations to come.
SciStarter
SciStarter is an online community dedicated to improving the citizen science experience for project managers and participants. Over 3,000 projects and events are searchable by location, scientific topic, and age level. By joining SciStarter, members can track their contributions and provide valuable feedback. SciStarter also supports researchers in managing projects, including best practices for engaging participant partners. View SciStarter.
US Fish and Wildlife
Environmental Protection Agency
This website provides K-12 students and educators with access to quality homework resources, lesson plans and project ideas for learning and teaching about the environment. Environmental education (EE) is a multi-disciplinary approach to learning about environmental issues that enhances knowledge, builds critical thinking skills and helps students make informed and responsible decisions. View Environmental Protection Agency.
Natural Wildlife Federation - Educational Resources
Education plays a vital role in connecting people with wildlife. Through programs, curriculum, scientific reports, and more, the National Wildlife Federation is furthering knowledge about nature and wildlife, and inspiring future environmental stewards. View Natural Wildlife Federation - Educational Resources.
Natural Wildlife Federation - Kids and Families
When families connect with the outdoors, they're doing more than strengthening bonds with one another - they're forming lasting bonds with our natural world. Through products, programs, and other experiences, the National Wildlife Federation creates ways for kids and families to experience nature and become empowered stewards of our environment. View Natural Wildlife Federation - Kids and Families.
Wetlands
The Environmental Protection Agency has a plethora of information on wetlands. View Wetlands.
Gardening - Educational Resources and Grants
The website contains articles, community features, gardening research, software tools and all manner of gardening content to find how to grow all kinds of plants, identify and control pests and diseases, and figure out what kind of weeds are sprouting in the garden. You will also find a complete plant database contain mooring then 700,000 plants. View Gardening - Educational Resources and Grants.
Peterson's Field Guide
Excellent resources for birdwatchers! View Peterson's Field Guide.
Lepidopterists' Society
The Lepidopterists' Society can provide K-12 students, teachers and parents resources on butterflies and moth awareness either in the classroom to enhance your educational curriculum, or for your own personal interest and enjoyment. Check out their projects! View Lepidopterists' Society.
Birds
Find innovative K-12 resources that build science skills while inspiring young people to connect to local habitats, explore biodiversity, and engage in citizen-science projects. View Birds.
Butterflies
A comprehensive online resource for information on taxonomy and identification, distribution and habitat, life history and bibliography for all butterfly taxa in America, including species, subspecies and undescribed geographic variants. View Butterflies.
Audubon Society
Wildlife conservation programs. View Audubon Society
Acorn Naturalists
This website has creative, field and classroom-tested resources for planning programs, enriching curriculum, and getting children interested in science and nature. View Acorn Naturalists.