When days seem long, go fishing with the kids…
Painting Rocks
A simple activity to play in your own backyard, with whatever you have on hand!
Simple puppet making... you've got it in the bag!
Transform a paper bag into a simple puppet, and watch the theatre unfold.
Balancing rocks
Sometimes all you need is a gentle, mindful task. This one is for all but the youngest members of a family.
A nice cup of tea
Sometimes all you need is a nice cup of tea. Whether it’s a real cup, brewed with herbs picked fresh from your garden, or a muddy concoction from your child’s play, a cup of tea can help bring a moment of peace to a busy day.
Reading...but not
Whether it’s a 20 second glance or 20 minutes listening to a pile of stories, time spent with a book is never wasted.
Treasures & crowns
The gifts of Autumn can inspire some unique seasonal creativity.
Nature forts
Resilience, teamwork, imagination, and independence are just some of the joys that can be found inside an nature “cubby house” or fort!
What will YOU create today?
Do you spend time and energy each week encouraging your little one to be creative? Perhaps it’s time to lead by example!
Heavy work
Have you heard of “heavy work”? Let me tell what it is and how you can incorporate it into the daily life of your little ones.
Busy little hands
How we can create appealing opportunities for busy little hands to touch, grab, poke, pour, twist and squeeze.
Paper pizzas & cardboard cookers
Sometimes imaginary play just unfolds, sometimes it needs a spark. Paper pizzas are fun and full of choice.
Disadvantage and Early Literacy
Sometimes it’s enough to just get through the day. On the other days, try to implement a small change. It can make a BIG difference!
Loose-parts play
Using loose-parts such as beads, gum nuts, stones and buttons is a great way to bring life to your child’s play time and allows them to turn simple, every day times into absolutely anything they can imagine!
Rituals for uncertain times
Family rituals are bound to bring moments of comfort, peace and joy into your day and help the little people in your life feel safe, grounded and loved.
Hunting for bugs
Stuck at home? You could go on an outside, bug-hunting adventure!
Doing dough
Playdough is fun, creative and simple to make. If you haven’t got a fresh batch handy it’s time to whip one up.
Outdoor Muddy Play Essentials - PART TWO
Here are 3 more ideas for outdoor play equipment that can be cheap, useful, fun and can be played with over and over and over again.
Outdoor Muddy Play Essentials - PART ONE
Christmas presents don’t have to be expensive, nor end up in landfill on Boxing Day. Here are 3 NaturePlay essentials that can be cheap, fun, useful and last a very long time!
Butterfly flutterby...
Use the magic of nature to inspire your child’s creativity.