Tips and support for sustainable and nature connected living
Supporting you to make your everyday decisions more eco-friendly and take positive action for yourself and your family at home, at work and in your community.
Every small action you take can have a positive impact on the planet.
Rachel Mills, Founder of Buttercup Learning.
- International Women’s Day 2023, Q&A with Buttercup Founder
We speak with Rachel Mills, Buttercup’s female founder, on International Women’s Day 2023. She celebrates the supportive individuals in her business community, personal successes and… - 5 things families can do to support the climate
Here’s 5 powerful ways you and your family can reduce your carbon footprint and support the climate movement in 2023! - How to teach your child about climate change
It’s essential we equip children with the knowledge, skills and resilience to understand and address climate change. Here’s how. Climate change is one of the… - How To Inspire Learners To Act Sustainably 
There is no doubt that climate change is real. Everyone has experienced its effects and foreshadows that it will just worsen over time. We must… - Nature Curious Subscription Box Giveaway
Want to connect with British wildlife and support your little naturalist? We’ve got the ultimate giveaway to help you and your family learn more about… - How to get involved in citizen science projects
The amount of data that scientists can collect has skyrocketed in recent years. This is thanks to new technologies and methods, as well as the… - 8 Outdoor Summer Activities that won’t break your budget
Summer is the perfect time for families to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine. If you’re looking for fun outdoor summer activities to do with… - Biodiversity: why and how we must protect it
Biodiversity is all the different kinds of life you’ll find in one area – the variety of animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms. These species work… - In Conversation with Rebecca Heaps, Founder of Tentshare
Camping is a brilliant way to holiday cheaper, greener and stress free, while spending quality time with your family, connecting to nature and reaping the… - 5 nature activities to help kids feel less anxious
It’s mental health week. In the UK, anxiety disorders are estimated to affect 5-19% of all children and adolescents. While a clinical diagnosis and therapy… - 3 Spring foraging recipes to make with kids
Spring foraging is the perfect fun and adventurous activity to get the kids outdoors and interacting with nature! In springtime, the natural world’s larder explodes… - How is Buttercup committed to climate action?
Earth Day only happens once a year, but for Buttercup climate action is a year-round effort. Part of our mission is to inspire climate-positive change… - 10 Easter Nature Activities for Kids!
Easter isn’t all about eating chocolate! Easter break is the perfect time to get the kids outdoors and connect with nature. So whether you’re… - 6 Benefits of playing in the Rain – Kirsty Ketley
Something that I have found, through my years of working with young children and their families, is that many parents don’t encourage their children to… - Eamonn Galvin: Why Understanding your Carbon Footprint is Important
Buttercup’s new podcast Curious About Nature is now online! In one of the three episodes now available to stream on Apple Podcasts, Rachel chats to KnowCarbon… - Spring Scavenger hunt: 10 Animals, Insects and Flowers to spot!
From fresh daffodils adorning the hedgerows, to the smell of wild garlic filling woodlands, to the delightful song of chiffchaffs – the British countryside… - 7 Kids Nature Craft Ideas
Get outdoors and get creative with the kids this March – do some nature crafts! Go to your local park, beach or woods, gather… - The carbon footprint of computers is higher than we thought. So what can we do?
You probably know that climate change will have a catastrophic impact on the environment, wildlife and millions globally if we don’t significantly cut greenhouse gas… - 15 activities to do in your back garden!
Photo by Ben Wicks on Unsplash Nature activities are a great way to keep kids entertained, whilst nurturing their mental and physical health. From teaching children about… - 10 ways nature boosts children’s mental health
In the UK, the average child spends 32 hours each week staring at a screen. Meanwhile, according to research from Persil’s Dirt is Good campaign, 74%… - Buttercup in Conversation with Clare, Founder of Twigs Magazine
We’re thrilled to announce our podcast, Curious about Nature, hosted by Buttercup founder, Rachel, will be released this March – available to stream for free… - What is multisensory learning and why is it important?
Whether you’re a teacher, parent or carer, you may have come across the term multisensory learning. It’s become a bit of a buzz word… - How to Help Winter Wildlife with Your Kids!
Photo by Bob Robinson From birds to frogs, squirrels to hedgehogs, the colder months are difficult for wildlife, as they struggle to keep warm in… - 5 Nature Documentaries for the Whole Family!
While skies are grey and many of us are struggling through winter quarantines, family life can easily descend into us becoming glued to tablet and… - How to help your kids to eat more plant-based!
Going vegan is one of the best ways to reduce you and your family’s impact on the planet. So long as you substitute meat and… - A winter scavenger hunt
Photo by Michael Morse As the days get colder and shorter, and much of our British wildlife is in hibernation, it can be harder to… - An augmented reality: What’s next for Buttercup Learning?
As 2021 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a busy, challenging, and rewarding year at Buttercup Learning. We’ve more than doubled in size, as… - Sustainable Gift Ideas
Here’s our list of sustainable gift ideas that aren’t just more ‘stuff’ to clutter up the house, that will be enjoyed by all of your… - World Vegan MonthFinding healthy snacks and sweet treats to give your children can be a challenge, especially ones that don’t contain wasteful plastic packaging and too many…
- Augmented Reality: How to use your child’s screen time for good
Technology and parenting are two constantly evolving, stress inducing areas of life. Find here the research and the tools to help keep you and your family from developing bad habits and maintain a healthy relationship with devices and screens.