by Ellie | May 30, 2024 | Campfire Cooking, Musings, Sustainable Living
The call of the wild is irresistible to many of us, and for the adventurous woman, the outdoors offers a sanctuary of beauty, challenge, and peace. Whether you’re planning a walk or a weekend camping trip, having the right gear can make all the difference in...
by Ellie | Sep 13, 2023 | nature curriculum, Outdoor Learning, Teaching using Nature
Creating a weather station for kids is a great idea for several reasons: Educational Benefits: Weather stations provide an interactive way for kids to learn about various scientific concepts, including meteorology, climatology, and the Earth’s atmosphere. They...
by Ellie | Sep 6, 2023 | Outdoor Learning, Teaching using Nature
How we support pupils or clients in developing a deeper connection with the natural world around has profound effects, both on health and wellbeing, but also on improving critical thinking skills, observation skills and activating their senses. We can do this in so...
by Ellie | Sep 1, 2023 | Outdoor Learning, Teaching using Nature
Grounding ourselves at the start of a session outdoors helps to relax the body and mind and activate the senses. Here are some ideas to try. Five Senses Exercise: Encourage your child to name five things they can see, four things they can touch, three things they can...
by Ellie | Sep 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
One of our favourite activities especially in the warmer weather are Bubbles!! The BIGGER the better!! I have a link to my bestest bubble solution here. But we sometimes make the best bubbles using all sorts of different kit! Sticks and string for giant bubbles,...
