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How to help wildlife at school

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How to help wildlife at school

Whether feeding the birds, or sowing a wildflower patch, setting up wildlife areas in your school makes for happier, healthier and more creative children.

More ways you can help wildlife

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How to create a hedgehog hole

Help hedgehogs get around by making holes and access points in fences and barriers to link up the gardens in your neighbourhood.

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How to feed birds in your garden

Attract birds all year round by creating a wildlife-friendly garden

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Send a 'letter to the Editor'

Sending letters 'to the Editor' of local newspapers is another great way to speak up for wildlife.

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