outdoor play

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

55 posts from outdoor play

Photograph of a child's hand against a meadow backdrop with tall grasses

Paid-members May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in child

An Outdoor Education for our Child with Additional Needs

Parenting close to nature is free, fun, educational and a highly effective family bonding exercise, especially for those with additional needs.

Magical mountain scene with a child wading in a lake in the foreground

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.

Exposure to dirt is really important for the health of the gut microbiome

Paid-members April 17, 2024 by thegreenparent in nature education

Let Them Eat Dirt!

What if our over-clean approach is contributing to a host of chronic conditions ranging from allergies to inflammation of the gut?

Photograph of a young child in a peach t-shirt standing by a table with some playthings

Paid-members April 15, 2024 by thegreenparent in play

The Importance of Play

7 ways to support your child's natural instinct, which is to play! Their brains are hardwired for all types of play.

A photograph of a bluebell wood with dappled sunlight slanting through the trees onto a carpet of blue.

April 12, 2024 by lucycorkhill in travel

10 of the Best Bluebell Woodlands in the UK

Bluebells are at their best for such a short time. We’ve rounded up some of the most magical woodlands to get your bluebell fix this year.

April 8, 2024 by thegreenparent in outdoor play

18 Ways to Get Your Kids Outside

Do your kids spend a lot of time in front of the TV or video games? If they're like most kids, most of their free time is taken up by electronic entertainment. Here's how to break free.