A monthly world of nature, story, and science for curious 8–12 year olds.

Wild Lessons Edition of Curiosity Club laid out on table

Curiosity Club

A monthly nature experience for curious 8–12 year olds.

Each edition centres on a seasonally connected theme, exploring a ecosystem or natural process through beautifully illustrated guides, hands-on investigations, and creative prompts.

Children begin to see how nature connects, from the wildlife on your doorstep to the wider natural world.

From tidal coastlines to the physics of flight, each month blends story-led science with simple materials you likely already have at home, building knowledge, creativity, and confidence through exploration.

Plans start at £16.50 for your first edition, with free UK shipping and subsidised international delivery.

Inside April’s ‘Wild Lessons’ Edition

  • 📕 Inside the Discovery Guide, Explorer's Lab and Costume Craft:

    • How do animals learn? Through instinct, practice, and experience, explored through real examples in the wild.

    • Follow young animals as they copy, experiment, and try again, from meerkat pups learning to hunt to the problem-solving minds of corvids.

    • Different kinds of intelligence, from memory and imitation to the octopus’s world of touch and exploration.

    • Test learning for yourself with hands-on experiments in the Explorer’s Lab.

    • Create and make, with an upcycled magpie wing costume and a simple octopus-inspired bake.

  • Also inside this month's edition:

    🖼 Double-sided poster

    • What Is Intelligence?
    • Many Minds, Many Worlds

    🧩 Curio Keep card set

    Featuring Eurasian Magpie, Giant Pacific Octopus, and Meerkat

    Collectible embroidered Emblem of Exploration

    Giant Pacific Octopus

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Why Families Choose Curiosity Club

Each edition opens into a world.

From the wildlife on your doorstep to the far corners of the natural world, children begin to see how everything connects.

Learning is hands-on, thoughtful, and uncluttered, building curiosity and resourcefulness without overwhelm.

Science, story, and observation are woven together, turning facts into something lived and understood.

Over time, children grow in confidence, independence, and their ability to think deeply about the world around them.

Each edition becomes something to keep, a record and a reference of what they have discovered and come to understand.

Being the Adventure

A few of April’s Wild Lessons edition are available for immediate dispatch.

Your first edition is £16.50 when you choose a 6 or 12 month plan.

Over 600 families have explored with us.

Ships monthly from the UK, with tracked delivery included.

One less thing to plan.

One more world to explore.

CHOOSE YOUR JOURNEY

Subscriptions renew monthly. Skip a month any time. Cancel after your chosen commitment.

  • A YEAR OF WONDER

    Our most popular journey

    First edition: £16.50

    Then: £22.50/month

    Includes tracked UK delivery (Royal Mail 48hr)

    Renews monthly · 12 month minimum

  • THE HALF YEAR ADVENTURE

    Begin with six months

    First edition: £16.50

    Then: £23.50/month

    Includes tracked UK delivery (Royal Mail 48hr)

    Renews monthly · 6 month minimum

  • A SEASON OF DISCOVERY

    Begin with three months

    First edition: £24.50

    Then: £24.50/month 

    Includes tracked UK delivery (Royal Mail 48hr)

    Renews monthly · 3 month minimum

✉️ SHIPPING RATES: Free Royal Mail Tracked 48hr delivery within the UK. Tracked delivery to the USA £10, with duty fees included and no additional customs charges. USA delivery typically 7–10 days.

🔄 MONTHLY BILLING: Subscriptions renew monthly and continue after your chosen commitment. You can pause for one month anytime, or cancel after your commitment. Need a longer pause? Just get in touch.

📦 DELIVERY NOTE: Any additional items in your cart will be sent with your first subscription box, at the start of next month. If you need something sooner, please place a separate order.

Can I give this as a gift?

Yes! Curiosity Club makes a thoughtful and memorable gift for curious children who love nature, science, and stories.

If you’d like to gift a subscription for a set time period (like 3, 6, or 12 months) without it renewing, just email me at care@arcanaliving.com and I’ll set it up for you.

To send a gift through the website, simply enter the recipient’s name and address at checkout. You can also add a message in the 'Is this a gift?' box in the cart. We’ll handwrite your note onto a keepsake card and tuck it into their first box...a beautiful way to begin their journey.

Do you have sibling discounts?

Learning is even more fun when shared. When you add two or more subscriptions to the same address, you’ll automatically receive 10% off your total at checkout, and this applies to all recurring fees too.

It’s a simple way to make sure siblings can explore together, and everyone feels part of the adventure.

The sibling discount applies to any combination of our subscriptions, whether that’s two Curiosity Club boxes, or one Club and one Crew.

Please note: this offer can’t be combined with other discount codes.

How does billing and delivery work?

When will I be charged, and what will I receive?

That depends on when in the month you join:

Join in the first two weeks (1st–14th):

  • You’ll pay immediately for this month’s edition, which will be posted to you right away. While stocks last. If we have sold out, you will be joining for next month's edition. This will be clear on the sales page.
  • You’ll then be charged again on the 25th to reserve your next box.
  • From then on, renewals are charged on the 15th of each month.

Join in the second two weeks (15th–end of month):

  • You’re securing your place for next month’s edition.
  • You’ll pay at checkout, and your first box will arrive in the first week of the following month.
  • From then on, renewals are charged on the 15th of each month.

What subscription options do you offer?

We offer three plans:
3-month minimum
6-month minimum
12-month minimum

All plans are billed monthly and renew automatically. The difference lies in your commitment and the longer you stay, the more you save per box.

✨ Your first payment is always taken at checkout. From then on, renewals are charged on the 15th of each month, with a one-off earlier charge on the 25th if you joined in the first two weeks.

You can pause your subscription for one month at any time via your account. Cancellations can be made any time after your chosen commitment has been fulfilled.

🌿 Your price is locked in

The price you pay when you sign up is guaranteed for the duration of your plan, even if prices increase later.

✉️ Shipping

  • UK shipping is FREE and sent via Royal Mail Tracked.
  • USA - Tracked shipping, including duty pre-paid, £10/month.
  • Canada & Australia - Tracked shipping for £12/month.

Duty for our subscription shipments to the USA is included in the shipping cost, and pre-paid.

🎁 Looking for a one-off gift or taster?

You can explore our Archive Boxes, which feature complete past adventures available to purchase individually, a perfect way to try Curiosity Club before subscribing.

Can I pause or cancel my subscription?

Yes. We know life can be unpredictable, so we’ve made it easy to pause or cancel in line with the subscription you’ve chosen.

You can manage everything through your customer portal, including pausing your subscription for one month at a time, whenever you need to.

Here’s how cancellation works:

  • 3-month plan – cancel anytime after your third box
  • 6-month plan – cancel anytime after your sixth box
  • 12-month plan – cancel anytime after your twelfth box

Your subscription renews automatically each month and continues after your initial commitment, unless you cancel.

🛡️ Your rate is protected:

The price you signed up at will remain the same for the duration of your subscription. If you cancel and rejoin later, your new subscription will follow the current rates at the time of rejoining.

If you have any questions or would prefer to speak to a human, feel free to email me directly at care@arcanaliving.com. I’ll be happy to help.

What age group is Curiosity Club designed for?

🔬 Curiosity Club: Ages 8–12
Written for children ready to explore science in greater depth and with increasing independence. Concepts are explained carefully, experiments invite close observation and reflection, and crafts are more technically challenging. Not every section needs to be completed, some ideas stretch thinking gently and can be revisited as understanding grows.

Activities are designed to be screen-free and mostly child-led, with occasional prompts where adult support is helpful, especially for cooking, craft tools, or outdoor experiments.

We have a Curiosity Companion for younger children called Curiosity Crew.

A note about seven-year-olds
Seven is often a transition year. Some children thrive in the story-rich exploration of Crew; others feel ready for the independence and depth of Club. Reading confidence, temperament and learning style matter more than age alone. If you're unsure, we're always happy to help you choose.

🌿 Curiosity Crew: Ages 4–7
Designed for early learners, when curiosity is expressed through movement, story and hands-on exploration. Stories, experiments and creative projects can be enjoyed with adult support, while older children within the range often begin engaging more independently. Works especially well for families who value shared learning and flexible pacing.

Curiosity Club (8-12yrs)

Looking for Curiosity Crew, our subscription for 4-7 year olds?

Designed with care

Each edition is carefully developed, from first idea to final print.

Written and illustrated by Ria, drawing on a background in natural sciences and neuroscience, and shaped through years of experience making science genuinely engaging for children.

Reviewed by Jake, Director of an Environmental Research Institute, bringing scientific rigour and field expertise.

Tried out at home, with our own children, noticing what holds attention and what they return to.

Printed in the UK in small batches, on uncoated paper made from 100% recycled fibres and responsibly sourced materials, chosen for both its environmental care and its tactile quality.

Because what a child holds should feel as considered as what they learn.

  • GUIDE & POSTER

    A beautifully illustrated 28 page guide and a fold out poster full of story-led science, prompts, and activities.

  • EXPLORER'S LAB

    Explore real science through hands-on experiments that reveal how the world works

  • CREATIVE CRAFT

    Make imaginative crafts like costumes or moving models, using up-cycled materials.

  • POSTCARD & STICKERS

    A calming colouring postcard and a sheet of decorative stickers, all with original illustrations.

  • TREASURE KEEPSAKE

    Each month includes a beautiful embroidered nature emblem celebrating the featured species.

  • CURIO KEEP CARD GAME

    A cooperative card game with real creatures, with a stand alone game each month that builds in to something bigger.

  • PARENT'S GUIDE

    Succinct guide to help you support your child’s learning with small, meaningful actions. 

  • FIELD JOURNAL

    In your first box you will also get a beautiful space for your child to record their activities.

Inside Each Edition:

At the heart of every Curiosity Club edition is our beautifully illustrated Discovery Guide: a rich, story-led companion designed to help children understand how nature works.

Each guide includes at least ten engaging, screen-free activities that blend science, creativity, and quiet reflection. Inside, you’ll find:

🌿 Clear, thoughtful explanations of real science

🌿 Guided nature observation prompts

🌿 Mini experiments using everyday materials

🌿 Outdoor explorations that bring learning to life

🌿 Crafts using recycled and natural materials

🌿 Seasonal, nature-inspired recipes

🌿 How-to-draw guides and creative prompts

🌿 Reading, writing, and reflection activities

🌿 Stickers, quizzes, and games for review

🌿 A growing glossary of fascinating new words

Meet The Curiosity Club Team

  • Ria – Illustrator & Science Communicator

    Ria brings Curiosity Club and Crew to life, combining her love of art and science to create beautifully engaging content that sparks a love for nature. With a PhD in Biological Sciences from Cambridge University and extensive experience teaching both science and the arts, Ria is passionate about making learning accessible, exciting, and meaningful for children.

  • Jake – Environmental Consultant

    Jake offers expert guidance, enriching the educational value of each edition with his extensive knowledge and passion for the natural world. As the Director of an Environmental Research Institute, with years of experience in science outreach, Jake’s insights ensure that Curiosity Club and Crew provides an accurate and inspiring understanding of nature’s complexity and beauty.

  • Emaya (10 yrs) – Junior Idea Tester

    Emaya shares what’s she’s curious about, and what she thinks other kids will love. She’s our chief tester and her input is what makes the Curiosity Club so exciting.

  • Talia (6 yrs) – Junior Explorer

    Talia is all about hands-on discovery. Her curiosity and love for nature inspire activities that are fun, engaging, and perfect for Curiosity Crew young adventurers.