Most busy parents face a common paradox of feeling stretched thin by the demands of life and while trying to raise well-rounded human beings. Considering the environmental pressures of today’s world, teaching children how to live sustainably is imperative. Lessons on sustainability can be tailored to each child’s interests, their age group and ability, and the budgetary guidelines or time constraints of any family. Benefits of nature-play extend beyond learning to live sustainably by fostering curiosity, executive function skills, resilience, and creativity. Following the Seven C’s Criteria, parents can feel confident in children developing skills and character traits essential to living an eco-conscious lifestyle into adulthood.