The Urban Activity Book: 99 Ideas for Nature Activities in Urban Spaces around Aotearoa New Zealand
An engaging activity book for young New Zealanders and their families.
Urban Nature Activities at Te Papa
Come along to Te Papa for lots of fun nature activities designed for the city with author Rachel Haydon (The Urban Activity Book).
When | Āhea
Sun 25 Oct 2026, 10am–1pm
Where | Ki hea
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (foyer)
Cost | Te utu
Free
To celebrate the launch of The Urban Activity Book, author Rachel Haydon and illustrator Pippa Keel Situ invite all ages to discover nature in everyday urban environments in new ways by exploring the harbourfront around Te Papa with activities from the new book. Rachel will be on hand for ideas and inspiration. In case of bad weather, activities will be held indoors. Turn up when suits but allow around an hour. Hand in your completed activities for a chance to win a trilogy of activity books (Nature, Beach and Urban)!
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The Nature Activity Book
From experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness, this activity-packed book stimulates curious minds. It encourages children to relate to the natural world and develop budding research skills.
Q&A with Rachel Haydon, author of The Urban Activity Book
Rachel Haydon discusses The Urban Activity Book with Te Papa Press.
