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Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 3

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 3

Join in our third British Wildlife Game! Just download and play as a Slideshow in Powerpoint. Have fun with your children and test your own knowledge. You may be surprised by some of the answers! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 14th December, 2021

Updated: 4th August, 2023

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 2

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 2

Join in our British Wildlife Game! Just download and play as a Slideshow in Powerpoint. Have fun with your children and test your own knowledge. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 7th December, 2021

Updated: 4th August, 2023

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 1

Play the 'Native or Not' Game - Part 1

Play our Native or Not Game! Test your British species knowledge. Appropriate for ages 5 and up! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 18th November, 2021

Updated: 4th August, 2023

Minibeast Hunt

Minibeast Hunt

If you go down in the woods today, you're sure to find a hidden surprise! Learn how to safely inspect these creepy crawlies! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 16th July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Become a Tree Detective!

Become a Tree Detective!

Do you know how to identify a tree? Follow our easy activity to learn a great technique to spot the different types of tree. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 15th July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

How to pond dip

How to pond dip

Find out what amazing creatures live under the surface of Pierrepont Farms' wildlife pond. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 15th July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Dissecting an owl pellet!

Dissecting an owl pellet!

Do you know what owls eat? Watch us search through an owl pellet to find out! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 3rd July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

How to make a Fruit Butterfly

How to make a Fruit Butterfly

🥝🍉🍇 A fun way to get children interested in fruit 🍐🍒 🍌 Listen to our fun facts about butterflies 👂🦋 Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 2nd July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Where does fruit grow, do you know?

Where does fruit grow, do you know?

At Lark Rise Farm's community orchard, we look at why some fruits are too heavy to grow on trees...so where do they grow? Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 1st July, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Barn owl in tree Puzzle - Very Hard

Barn owl in tree Puzzle - Very Hard

Barn owls are able to hunt for small rodents in grassland areas. Their soft feathers allow for stealthy flight and an long legs mean they can reach through the long grass to catch their prey. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 5th June, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Fairy Garden

Make an outdoor home for all your fairy friends Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 28th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Recycle the goodness from your peelings and leftovers!

Recycle the goodness from your peelings and leftovers!

This is great and convenient way to create your own compost if you do not have a garden but want to add extra nutrients to your plant pots! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 28th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Nature Cuffs

Nature Cuffs

Get your kids outside and learning about nature with this simple activity! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 15th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Egg Head Planters

Egg Head Planters

These Egg Head Planters are a great way to teach children about germination in a fun and simple way. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 2nd May, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2025

Skylark in Stubble Puzzle - Hard

Skylark in Stubble Puzzle - Hard

The decline of the skylark in Britain is attributed to the switch from spring to autumn sowing of cereals and the resulting loss of winter stubbles. Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 27th April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Can you name these four species?

Can you name these four species?

Get involved on Facebook or comment in the comment box below! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 27th April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Red-tailed bumblebee Puzzle

Red-tailed bumblebee Puzzle

Did you know you can see red-tailed bumblebees emerge in early spring, feeding on flowers all the way through to the autumn! Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 23rd April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Comma Butterfly Puzzle

Comma Butterfly Puzzle

Did you know the scalloped edgesorange and brown colour of the wings are to camouflage the hibernating adults amongst dead leaves during winter? Read more

Posted to: Discover and learn activities

Want to get crafty? Fancy testing your brain with a puzzle? Or just want to learn about nature?

Online and at home activities to keep you and the children entertained and learning about the farming and nature! 

Education Manager Gerry Turner has been busy created these fun filled, curriculum-linked learning topics straight from the CRT classroom.  

Published: 23rd April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

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