Snowdrops – 10 fun facts to tell kids
It’s snowdrop season! From January to March – depending on regions and the weather – carpets of snowdrops in woodlands, meadows and gardens signal the …
Wild Kids
‘WILD KIDS’ is about ideas and adventures to encourage children to learn about nature and be outdoors. As ‘young naturalists’ they can discover the natural word and the importance of plants, wildlife and the wonders of nature especially in a world where youth are growing aware of the effects of climate change. As ‘wildlife detectives’ kids will enrich their observational skills. Whether being involved in birdwatching or following animal tracks, kids learn about wildlife in their natural habitats. From enjoying wild-time, wood scavenger hunts, playing in the snow or beachcombing, discover nature activities, crafts and ‘outdoor adventures.’
My goal is to encourage kids to have fun in the great outdoors whatever the season. And nature can have a huge positive impact on the health and well-being of children in our modern technical world even if it’s ‘just a walk’, finding out ’10 fun facts’ about different wild flowers or building their own amazing den.
Lightsaber battle in the woods – a kids Star Wars adventure
It was very early in the morning when I was awakened from my sleep by my twins. Lightsabers swooshed and made battle noises around me. My …
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Doll’s House for Bugs and Hedgehogs
My eight-year-old daughter no longer wanted her doll’s house but refused to give it away. She then came up with the brilliant idea that it would …
London Wetland Centre and why kids need to drink more water
In 2000 the London Wetland Centre was opened and became a wildlife oasis in the middle of London’s suburbia. Wetlands are the primary source of …
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Rock Pooling Adventure
Finally my children went on a rock pooling adventure. It was one of those beach activities they had never done so I needed to teach them how …
My kids said ‘Let’s go fly a kite’
It was the perfect end of a beautiful sunny weekend. I didn’t have to suggest it. My kids told us they wanted to fly a …