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Summer is in full swing and by this time the cry of "I'm bored" is being heard from school-aged children everywhere. As parents, we want to encourage our kids to go outside and play. We also want to encourage them to continue learning during the summer months. Learning can be fun and doesn't necessarily mean sitting at a desk reading books. Learning can begin in your own backyard in fun ways. Here are some links to help you and your young ones learn about science and nature in a fun way.

Backyard Nature
Discover a world you didn't even realize existed in your own backyard.

National Geographic
Learn about different animals. Maybe take a trip to the zoo to see those animals that you have learned about.

Ezilon
Find zoos and aquariums near you or on the road. This site offers a very complete listing.

Garden Guides
Whether you have been gardening for years or are just starting out, you can find lot of information to help you create beautiful gardens here.

Wild Bird Watching
Ever wonder what kind of bird it is you see visiting your yard? This website will help you find out and how to attract the kind of birds you would like to watch.

Outdoor Nature for Kids
Activities and games to open a child's interest in nature.

Kids Astronomy
The nightime sky holds many wonders.

Healthy Picnic
No summer day outdoors is complete without a picnic the whole family can enjoy. Find recipes and activity ideas here.

Got a topic you want us to cover? We will scour the web to find helpful sites for you. Just email us with your topic or subject idea.