For Students

We love introducing Thoreau to students. Take a look and see if Thoreau's for you!

Get to know Thoreau

• Meet Henry David Thoreau (bio)
• Henry's Place
• Henry's Experiment
• Henry's Writing
• Henry's Legacy
• Interesting Facts
• Myths and Misconceptions
• Teacher's Guide to Transcendentalism

Popular Readings

• Thoreau Quotations & Mis-quotations
• Walden
• Civil Disobedience
• Walking

Programs and Educational Resources for Students

The Walden Woods Project is a resource for students who wish to learn about, read the works of or lead a more deliberate and simplified life inspired by Henry David Thoreau.  Whether reading Thoreau for a class or setting out on your own journey of discovery, we have the resources you need.

• Live Deliberately Essay Contest
• Volunteer or intern at the Walden Woods Project!
• Journaling Resources
• World Wide Waldens student environmental action resources
• Ask the Curator–Have a question about Thoreau?  Ask our resident Thoreau scholar!

More Resources

Full Collection of Thoreau's Writings (digital)

Walden Woods Project's Full Educational Offerings