Explore MaineECO’s growing collection of resources designed to support outdoor and nature-based early childhood programs across Maine. Whether you're just getting started or deepening your practice, you’ll find tools, guides, research, and inspiration to help you get young children outdoors early and often.
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Mud Play and Learning
Mud season is actually one of the richest opportunities of the year for hands-on discovery, sensory learning, and unforgettable childhood memories. MaineECO's free mud play resource gives educators lesson ideas, seasonal prep checklists, and partner resources to confidently embrace mud season, mess and all.
Tick Safety in Maine: What Families and Educators Need to Know.
Learn how to protect your child from ticks with MaineECO's essential tick safety guidelines for Maine families and educators.
Winter Outdoor Safety Resources
Winter resources to help you promote outdoor play and learning during the winter. It covers analyzing weather, dressing for winter, and research.