How to get kids interested in the wildlife around them – according to BBC Springwatch presenters

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I love watching the puffins, razorbills, guillemots and gannets going about their business raising a chick in such a seemingly tough environment.” Don’t demonise devices Packham knows kids and young people are glued to devices – but that doesn’t have to be a bad thing when it comes to appreciating nature, “I use my phone all the time, I use my phone to identify species. “I think it’s about retraining those young people to make sure that they understand how useful those apps can be.” Use social media to inspire them Strachan admits that it’s getting harder and harder to get kids connected with wildlife, due to the evergrowing competition between engaging with wildlife and the various social media platforms kids use. “So I think the way to get kids into nature is by using social media to inspire them,” said Strachan. And we’re doing that more and more on the show.” Allow them to take charge McCubbin thinks parents should allow their children to “take the lead” to get them interested in nature.