{"id":8290,"date":"2024-10-16T11:47:16","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T11:47:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artsmidwest.org\/?post_type=resource&p=8290"},"modified":"2026-03-05T21:41:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T21:41:37","slug":"5-tips-for-combining-nature-and-your-nea-big-read-programming","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/artsmidwest.org\/resources\/guides-tools\/5-tips-for-combining-nature-and-your-nea-big-read-programming\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Combining Nature and Your NEA Big Read Programming"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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As we launch the 2025-2026 NEA Big Read<\/a> around the theme of Our Nature<\/em>, we want to showcase tips for crafting nature-themed activities. Explore these real world examples from past grantees to get your creative roots growing!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Tip 1:  Think creatively about partners<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to go down this trail alone. In fact, exploring partnerships with different organizations can enhance your initiative and help you reach audiences you may not have otherwise considered. Examples of nature-focused organizations, clubs, and resources to consider include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n