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The Natural Inquirer program produces free science education materials for PreK-12th grade. Natural Inquirer products are produced by the USDA Forest Service and other cooperators and partners.
The Natural Inquirer is FREE!
PLEASE NOTE: We will be pausing our services beginning September 25, 2026. We are waiting on a new agreement to be put in a place and are hopeful this pause will be temporary. The website will be available during this time to download and use materials; however, we will not be able to mail hard copies of materials or provide customer support during this time. If you have any questions or concerns about the program, please email SM.FS.RDPublicWeb@usda.gov. We have enjoyed serving you and hope to be able to do so again in the near future.
The Natural Inquirer program produces free science education materials for PreK-12th grade. Natural Inquirer products are produced by the USDA Forest Service and other cooperators and partners.
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Scientists can use models to simulate and predict the effects of an action. In this research in the Great Lakes…Scientists can use models to simulate and predict the effects of an action. In this research in the Great Lakes region, read about efforts to model changes to land use…
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The “Bee A Scientist” Coloring Book features the Natural Inquirer bee engaging in different types of science. This coloring book…The “Bee A Scientist” Coloring Book features the Natural Inquirer bee engaging in different types of science. This coloring book is a great basic introduction to different types of scientists….
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Mountain pine beetles are a natural part of the environment in forests of the Western United States. However, because of…Mountain pine beetles are a natural part of the environment in forests of the Western United States. However, because of changes to the environment, mountain pine beetles have caused more…
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Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students will…Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students will meet Dr. Jovan and learn about her research with moss…
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To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 14 mission, NASA and the Forest Service teamed up to send out…To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 14 mission, NASA and the Forest Service teamed up to send out a new generation of Moon Tree seeds. This card set…
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The Pacific Islands Natural Inquirer examines research on a variety of topics including coastal crabs, mangrove forest and rising sea…The Pacific Islands Natural Inquirer examines research on a variety of topics including coastal crabs, mangrove forest and rising sea levels, restoration of patches in tropical forests, invasive tree species,…
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“The Bee Frequency” monograph examines research about how the frequency of lawn mowing may affect bee populations. Learn more about…“The Bee Frequency” monograph examines research about how the frequency of lawn mowing may affect bee populations. Learn more about the research as well as building your own pollinator garden…
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Learn about fire science with this more advanced coloring book with more intricate line drawings! Download and print individual pages…Learn about fire science with this more advanced coloring book with more intricate line drawings! Download and print individual pages below!
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The messages of Smokey Bear have spread across the globe. Today, Smokey continues to teach people of all ages about…The messages of Smokey Bear have spread across the globe. Today, Smokey continues to teach people of all ages about the importance of preventing wildfires. Just how effective is Smokey’s…
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This is the 3rd edition of the World’s Forest Natural Inquirer based on the 2015 Global Forest Resources Assessment. Published…This is the 3rd edition of the World’s Forest Natural Inquirer based on the 2015 Global Forest Resources Assessment. Published every 5 years, the report contains information about forests all…
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Come “Bee” A Fire Scientist with our coloring book! Download the full book or individual pages below!Come “Bee” A Fire Scientist with our coloring book! Download the full book or individual pages below!
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Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet…Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet Dr. Lara Roman who studies urban trees.