Spring has sprung! Here are a couple of educational, earth-friendly and fun projects to get little ones involved with nature…

This eco-friendly birdhouse kit is made of 100% recycled plastic bags, milk jugs, soda and water bottles. It’s a great way for kids to learn about recycling and helping mother nature. It’s easy to assemble (no nails), and includes stickers for decorating and a plush bird to get kids excited about the project. Also provided is some information about common backyard birds so they can birdwatch and stay interested and involved with the project for a long time to come.
$14.97 at WhateverWorks.com

Or why not make your own hummingbird feeder from an old plastic bottle? It’s a great way to teach children that you can transform everyday “trash” into useful products. With a kit from YankeeGardener, it’s easy and fun for kids. Simply empty and clean a plastic 16 or 20 ounce plastic soda bottle and fill it with sugar water or nectar solution and hang! The kit includes red netting (to attract hummingbirds), the plastic adapter base, a plastic hanging attachment, nectar recipes and a funnel to fill the feeder bottle. Another great way to get kids interested in nature and recycling.

$4.95-$7.95 at YankeeGardener.com