36 Simple Spring Outdoor Activities for Kids to Connect With Nature

Every season is a great time to be outside, but you could argue that Spring is particularly exciting with its theme of renaissance and rejuvenation. Just as the butterfly and tadpole undergo amazing transformations, so does nature itself. There’s so much to observe and so much to do! As days get longer, nature gets greener and the weather gets warmer, kids are naturally inclined to spend more and more time outdoors. Although free play is always important, keep in mind these ideas for Spring outdoor activities for kids (both low-prep and no-prep).Make a rock collection.While out in nature today, gather your favorite rocks into a curated collection. See how many different ways you can organize your collection: by size, by color, by shape, by texture, etc. Older kids can write down their observations of the rocks’ different properties: shiny, rough, bumpy, etc.Use our rock collection observations worksheet to help guide your notations.Make a fairy garden, worm hotel or gnome home.Using ma...