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The Importance of Risky Play

The Importance of Risky Play

Risky play is a natural element of human development and is essential for a child’s overall development and wellbeing. It is a key part in the fabric of a well-rounded childhood. Taking risks is innate, it comes from within us all. We are born with it, and children...
Resilience: What Coming Last Taught Me

Resilience: What Coming Last Taught Me

A running race has nothing to do with nature play. Nature play isn’t just about playing in nature. It is about preparing us mentally to navigate the world before us. This is a story on mindset, resilience and courage. Come join me… At the start line I was already...
The Benefits of Nature Play

The Benefits of Nature Play

When I ask people what their fondest play memories were from their childhood, often it’s some type of play in nature. Memories of hut building, mud pies, tree climbing and dams across the stream were some of my favourites and seem to be common themes for many I speak...
Nature Education: Where do I Start

Nature Education: Where do I Start

Nature Education: Where Do I Start?   Starting to run nature based programmes (aka bush kindy, bush school, nature kindy, explorer sessions, forest school) can feel both exciting and daunting.  There can be challenges that you didn’t anticipate, you might...
Is This Your Year To Embrace Nature Play?

Is This Your Year To Embrace Nature Play?

Is This Your Year To Embrace Nature Play? In today’s tech-focused world, it’s easy to take our natural surroundings for granted.  Our tamariki grow up exploring virtual environments more than natural ones. And while the digital age has a lot to offer, these changes...

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