Nature on the Brink · Youth Connection
A place for young minds
to connect with nature.
Explore conservation, discover the living world, and learn together. Youth Connection brings young people, educators, and families eleven recurring newsletter sections, with new content over time.
Our newsletter is taking shape. Explore the sections below. Featured topics and new stories will be added as they become available.
SECTION 01
Next Generation Conservationists
Stories of young people discovering nature and taking action to care for it.
SECTION 02
Citizen Science Activities
Ways to observe, record, and contribute to a better understanding of the natural world.
SECTION 03
From Insects to <topic>
Explore the connections between insects and each issue's featured topic.
SECTION 04
Understanding <topic>
Get to know the featured topic through clear explanations and questions to explore.
SECTION 05
Meet a plant that lives in <topic>
Discover a plant, where it grows, and the other living things it supports.
SECTION 06
<Topic> in the Classroom
Learning ideas for teachers and homeschool educators to bring the featured topic into lessons.
SECTION 07
Ask a Young Naturalist
A space for young naturalists' questions, observations, and discoveries.
SECTION 08
Careers in Conservation: Who works in <topic>
Meet the people whose work helps us understand and protect the natural world.
SECTION 09
<Topic> Challenge
An invitation to look closely, try an activity, and make discoveries of your own.
SECTION 10
Raise a <Topic> Naturalist
Ideas for parents and caregivers to nurture curiosity and explore nature together.
SECTION 11
Meet a herpetologist
Get to know a scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians, and discover what their work involves.