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February 16, 2026 by thegreenparent in outdoor play

Five practical tips for outdoor play and embracing wet weather

Dr John Allan, Head of Impact and Breakthrough Learning at PGL Beyond, shares ideas on how to encourage outdoor play during the February half-term

Members January 30, 2026 in What's on

21 Fun Things To Do With Your Family This February

January 29, 2026 in books

The Green Parent Book Club

January 18, 2026 in natural beauty

The Green Parent Natural Beauty Awards 2026 entry now open!

Members December 31, 2025 in What's on

12 Things To Do With Your Family in January

December 12, 2025 in seasonal celebration

The Connected Holidays: Presence Over Perfection

December 1, 2025 in shopping

Download our Christmas Gift Guide here 🎄🎁

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Paid-members April 26, 2024 by thegreenparent in outdoor play

7 Things our Children Need for a Magical Childhood

Our children need a childhood where they are free to just be children. As parents we can help them grow into happy, confident, capable and independent individuals.

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Paid-members April 26, 2024 by thegreenparent in toddler

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Books for Your Child

Meet a family who are committed to making conscious choices about the books on their shelves and 5 things they consider when choosing books

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April 26, 2024 by thegreenparent in recipes

Recipe: Sanity Saving One Pot Pasta

There are days when Sanity-Saving One Pot Pasta is a teatime-saving creation! It's super simple, nutritious and tastes delicious.

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April 25, 2024 by janhunt in respectful parenting

The Trouble with Rewards

If we use trust, patience, and gentle explanations instead of rewards or punishments, children are then free to “own” their learning and personal growth.