Keep pumpkin seeds! Some of you might have roasted them for eating, others...compost?! What else can we do with those gooey/slimy seeds that you're left with when you make a jack-o'-lantern? … [Read more...] about Don’t toss those pumpkin seeds! 3 fun activities for families
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How to make origami heart with message
Are you or your children looking for an idea to make a special card for a group of people? Then making an origami heart with a message is for you! … [Read more...] about How to make origami heart with message
Safety Assessment Skill – A Benefit of Nature Play
One of the benefits of nature play is gaining safety assessment skills. Nature encourages children to be aware of their bodies and surroundings. … [Read more...] about Safety Assessment Skill – A Benefit of Nature Play
Perspective – Benefits of nature play for children
When I was a nature preschool teacher, I encountered a few interesting questions from children. Many of them were based on their perspective. … [Read more...] about Perspective – Benefits of nature play for children
Open-Ended vs Close-Ended materials for children
Open-ended vs Close-ended?! Did you know there are two types of materials to support children's learning? … [Read more...] about Open-Ended vs Close-Ended materials for children