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Teaching Resources

Explore our free online resources created for primary and secondary school teachers. We have crafted a range of activity ideas which can be used as a lesson plan to help inspire your outdoor education.

Nature Activities

Check out our range of outdoor activities designed to help everyone get closer to nature and give local wildlife a helping hand.

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Tree Species Near Campbell Park With Head Sculpture
Tree ID

Learn more about the wonderful tree species that can be found in Milton Keynes parks by using our beginner-friendly Tree ID guide.

Howe Park Wood Media
Forest Bathing

This Japanese art involves connecting with nature, engaging your senses and taking in everything that is around you.
How To Create a Mini Pond

Make a mini pond with your family and discover what nature you can attract to your garden!
Robin sat on branch in park
How To Make a Bird Feeder

Give birds a helping hand in winter by making a bird feeder for your garden.
Pink and blue flowers in meadow
How to Sow Wildflower Seeds

Planting wildflowers is a brilliant thing to do to support pollinators like bees and butterflies.
How To Make a Bug Hotel

Collect natural items from the parks to create your very own mini bug hotel with this guide.
Lady bird on flower
How To Bug Hunt

Become a nature detective in the parks with our bug hunting guide.
How To Make a Stump Garden

Make a stump garden using old tree stumps and logs and create a wonderful habitat for insects and amphibians.