outdoor play

Play is the most important work of our children - here are some ideas for having fun in nature

61 posts from outdoor play

Paid-members April 3, 2024 by thegreenparent in outdoor play

Why I Trained as a Forest School Teacher

What is forest school and what are the benefits of learning outside in nature? How one family weaves it into their home education plan.

Paid-members March 30, 2024 by thegreenparent in nature education

All about the importance of connecting kids to nature and cool ways to coax reluctant children outside.

Paid-members March 21, 2024 by thegreenparent in festivals

As a teacher, I see unlimited possibilities for learning and development from taking children to festivals - here are my top five.

March 21, 2024 by thegreenparent in travel

Miles of pristine, dune-fringed beaches and secluded coves hug the coastline of the North East of England yet many are deserted!

March 19, 2024 by katehodges in play

Real play is an essential part of child development. It's about removing the pressure to be perfect and just being silly, or clowning around!

March 19, 2024 by thegreenparent in child

Help children connect with nature by encouraging elemental play at home, from mud kitchens to water play.

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