Library of Things: Nature Explorers Backpacks

Bosler's Library of Things collection contains unique materials that you can check out! All items check out for 2 weeks and can be renewed, unless there is a hold on the item. Items can only be picked up and returned at the Bosler Memorial Library; they cannot be shipped to other libraries.

 

Nature Explorers Backpacks

Specifically designed for children and families, these backpacks focus on special nature hikes you can do together. Choose from 6 nature-themed backpacks designed for family adventures and outdoor learning!

 

Animal Detectives

Put your detective skills to the test with birdwatching and animal tracks!

  • Pennsylvania Birds Field Guide
  • Tracks, Scats, and Signs book
  • Animal tracks wooden viewfinder
  • Binoculars
  • Compass
  • and more!

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illustration of raccoon dressed as a detective holding binoculars and birdwatching

 
 

Bugs & Slugs

Do you want to learn more about bugs, slugs, and insects? Then this backpack is for you!

  • Bug Finder Adventure Set
  • Bugs & Slugs Pocket Guide
  • National Geographic Kids: Bugs!
  • Nature scavenger hunt
  • Bugs yoga & movement cards
  • Insect wooden viewfinder
  • and more!

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snails on leaves

 
 

Nature Rocks!

A backpack all about soil, rocks, and minerals -- perfect for those who like to play in the dirt!

  • National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks & Minerals of North America
  • Rock scavenger hunt
  • Trowel
  • Shovel
  • Hand rake
  • Sieve
  • and more!

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backpack with pile of rocks in the mountains

 
 

Night Owl

Check out this backpack if you're curious about nocturnal animals, constellations, and nature at night!

  • National Geographic Kids: Nighttime
  • Constellations for Kids: An Easy Guide to Discovering the Stars
  • Moon phases & constellations wooden viewfinder
  • Compass
  • and more!

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silhouette of a tree with a night sky and stars

 
 

Pond Pals

Do you want to explore water science, the wetlands, and wildlife? Then this backpack is for you!

  • Pennsylvania Wildlife Field Guide
  • National Geographic Kids: Into the Pond
  • Wetland yoga movement cards
  • Test tube set
  • Water sample science activity
  • Paintbrush & chalkboard
  • and more!

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swan swimming in a pond

 
 

Ready, Set, Grow!

Learn about seeds, trees, wildflowers, and how plants grow in this exciting flora-themed backpack!

  • Pennsylvania Trees & Wildflower Field Guide
  • National Geographic Kids: Seed to Plant
  • Garden yoga movement cards
  • Plants & clouds wooden viewfinder
  • and more!

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flowers on a tree branch

 

 

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September 02, 2024