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Can't get out far to explore nature?

On this page you'll find activities and ideas to occupy yourself and family at home, in your garden or local outdoor space.

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For dino fans

Dinosaurs

How to draw a dinosaur

Learn how to create a cartoon T. rex. Plus find out how palaeoartists draw dinosaurs.

Dinosaurs

How to make a T. rex origami dinosaur

Follow these simple origami instructions to bring back this famous dinosaur in paper form.

Dinosaurs

Make your own Dippy the Diplodocus skull

If you're a fan of Dippy the dinosaur, this activity is for you!

Dinosaurs

What dinosaur are you?

Take our quiz to find out which dinosaur you're most like - could it be the terrifying T. rex or the placid Plateosaurus?

Help a stranded dinosaur

A chick has mysteriously appeared in your home. Can you help it get back to its time period?

For crafters and creators

How to make a volcano

Follow our guide to make a simple volcano from a plastic bottle and watch it erupt.

British wildlife

How to grow a cress caterpillar

Create a colourful caterpillar and grow your own food all in one activity.

How to make an easy Sun print

Making Sun prints is a fun activity that can turn leaves and flowers into simple but distinctive artworks.

How to cross-stitch a dodo

Cross-stitch your very own dodo.

Colouring pages for kids and adults

Download and print the colouring pages for a quiet and calming activity that kids and adults can try at home. 

For garden explorers

Boost your family's wellbeing with a magical mystery nature tour

This activity can be used in any park or green space for a wellbeing boost. Discover the magic and wonder of nature.

British wildlife

How to make a bee hotel

Give solitary bees a home by making this simple, DIY bee hotel.

British wildlife

How to press flowers

Follow our simple instructions to prepare pressed flowers for craft projects or create your own plant herbarium.

British wildlife

How to make a bird feeder

Follow our simple guide to building a bird feeder for your garden from a reused plastic bottle.

British wildlife

Seven simple ways to create a wildlife-friendly garden

Find out how to help urban nature and attract more wildlife to your garden.

For keen-eyed nature spotters

British wildlife

How to make and use a nature journal to record your wildlife observations

Keeping a nature journal is a great way to record any nature you see.

British wildlife

British garden birds: spring and summer highlights

Find out about some of the birds you're likely to see and hear in parks and gardens. 

Common UK bumblebees identification guide

Download this pocket ID guide for the six most common UK bumblebees.

UK Tree identification guide

Identify evergreen and deciduous trees found in the UK with this step-by-step guide.

British wildlife

How to make a pitfall trap to catch insects and other minibeasts

Want to find out what small creatures are crawling around your garden? Follow our steps to set up a simple pitfall trap.

Do your bit for nature

Biodiversity is connected to almost every aspect of our lives, but it needs our help. Small actions can make a big difference.

From our educational resources

Investigate at home

Be a scientist and find specimens where you live. Make observations, ask questions and look for evidence.

Build a bird activity

In this activity, children design and draw a bird to live in a particular habitat, chosing suitable body parts from a template.

Make your own dinosaur feet

In this activity, children make and decorate tie-on dinosaur feet to wear.

Make your own exhibition activity

In this activity, children choose specimens for their exhibition, then sketch and describe them.

Making bird cakes

In this activity, children make bird cakes and learn about birds' diets.

Evening activities

British wildlife

Night life: how to spot insects in the dark

What nocturnal insects will you find where you live?

Space

Meteor showers to watch in 2025

Planetary scientist and meteorite expert Dr Ashley King shares his tips on how to get the best view.

Space

Shooting stars: How to photograph the night sky

Anyone can capture the majesty of the galaxy with a simple camera. All you need is a dark, clear night and the willingness to have a go.

Bats in flight identification guide

Download our handy guide to five of the most common UK bat species.

Continue exploring

Discover

Find answers to your big nature questions in our magazine section, packed full of stories about the natural world.

Nature Live Online

Hang out with the Nature Live Online team for interactive talks with our scientists and cutting-edge research.

Take Part

Develop your natural history interests: take part in our citizen science projects or get help identifying your finds.

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