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 article types. Browse by article type or explore a topic collection.
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Next Generation Conservationists
Stories of young people discovering nature and taking action to care for it.
Citizen Science Activities
Ways to observe, record, and contribute to a better understanding of the natural world.
Nature Connections
Explore life cycles and the connections between living things and their ecosystems.
Understanding Nature
Get to know the featured topic through clear explanations and questions to explore.
Meet a Species
Get to know a plant or animal and discover its place in the natural world.
Nature in the Classroom
Learning ideas for teachers and homeschool educators to bring the featured topic into lessons.
Ask a Young Naturalist
A space for young naturalists' questions, observations, and discoveries.
Careers in Conservation
Meet the people whose work helps us understand and protect the natural world.
Nature Challenge
An invitation to look closely, try an activity, and make discoveries of your own.
Raise a Naturalist
Ideas for parents and caregivers to nurture curiosity and explore nature together.
Meet an Expert
Meet the experts who study and help protect the natural world.