The Urban Activity Book: 99 Ideas for Nature Activities in Urban Spaces around Aotearoa New Zealand
Nature isn’t just found in forests, on beaches, in rivers or on faraway mountains. It’s right here, living with us in our gardens, on our windowsills and in the cracks of a footpath.
The Urban Activity Book centres outdoors fun and learning within the urban environments of Aotearoa New Zealand with a view to making this series (The Nature Activity Book and The Beach Activity Book) even more accessible for tamariki living in our cities and towns. The 99 activities are designed to connect with nature in unexpected ways, to inspire young people to get outside and explore their community and urban environments, from experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness.
Written by a children’s learning expert, all sorts of learning styles are recognised, with each activity being open to children who like to draw and those who like to write. The book’s journal-like format and activities that range across the seasons make it a long-term and much treasured companion. Mātauranga Māori concepts and the theme of nature connectedness are an integral part of the activities.
By Rachel Haydon, illustrated by Pippa Keel.
Publication date: October 2026
NZ RRP: $35.00
Click on the link above to read more and purchase the book through Te Papa, or find it in your local bookstore.
