by Ellie | Jul 21, 2024 | Natural Art
In a world increasingly concerned with sustainability and natural living, the art of making earth paints offers a timeless and eco-friendly way to bring colour into your life. These paints, derived from natural pigments found in soil, rocks, and minerals, have been...
by Ellie | May 23, 2024 | Musings, Thursday Thoughts
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding moments to connect with nature can be deeply rejuvenating. Outdoor adventures, especially those that embrace the principles of forest school activities, offer unique opportunities to learn, grow, and find tranquility in...
by Ellie | Jan 2, 2024 | Teaching using Nature
One of the most profound experiences I had as a child was being allowed out of the classroom onto Surrey Heath to conduct a project about the Heathland habitat that surrounded us. We looked at the layers in the sands and soils, we played with sundews and had the...
by Ellie | Sep 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
So our best day trip this summer I think has to go to Caldey Island!! The boys absolutely LOVED the boat rides to and from the island and exploring the island itself!! On the island there is an eclectic mix of nature, with the woodlands that are home to red squirrels....
by Ellie | Jun 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Making a periscope can be a fun and educational project. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make a simple periscope: Materials you’ll need: Two small mirrors (preferably square or rectangular) A sturdy cardboard tube (such as a paper towel tube) or a...
