Learn through
Outdoor Play
Free activities and insights to help give kids the benefits of purposeful, outdoor play.
Inspiring kids to play & learn
Our expert-designed activities are created by educators and loved by kids.
Empowering grown ups
Our curriculum, coaching and activities help grown ups support kids’ learning process.
Designed for connection
Joyful, outdoor play connects kids and families to one another and to the natural world.
Explore our Free DIY Outdoor Activities
Check out our expert-designed activities that families & teachers can use to weave a bit more purposeful outdoor play into every day.
How are people using Tinkergarten?
Teaching in a classroom or homeschool
Amanda, Flagstaff, AZ
Amanda gets inspiration from Tinkergarten’s blog to inspire outdoor learning in their classroom.
Offering classes in your community
Joan, Topeka, KS
Joan created her own curriculum with Tinkergarten's free DIY activities.
Bringing it home
Courtney, Durham, NC
Courtney supplements their child's preschool experience with outdoor, play-based learning.
Tinkergarten Works
After more than 30 seasons, the data shows our impact on kids and families.
87
%
of families spend more
time outdoors.
85
%
of kids show improved ability to focus their attention.
90
%
of kids play independently more often and for longer.
93
%
of caregivers feel better prepared to engage their child in playful learning.
Parents & Teachers Across the Country
Love Tinkergarten
Brain-Boosting Outdoor Play
Over the past decade, we've honed our unique approach to help kids become healthy, curious, creative and caring learners.