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Spring planting for the 365 day nature play challenge
Last year we really failed to seize the opportunities of spring planting. Now, though the 365 day nature play challenge is technically over, we’re going to do it properly! Blog starts here and will grow with the plants.
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11 different ways to play with trees
Trees have been a staple source of fun for us over the last year. They’re almost everywhere and every tree has something fun you can do with it. Here’s some ideas.
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The good and bad bits of stargazing with kids
Stargazing is one of those challenges that we still haven’t cracked, despite several high octane attempts. It’s a lovely idea but there are some serious practical issues involved in negotiating it. Here’s my list of pros and cons of stargazing for other single mums out there thinking of it.
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What can kids collect when out and about in winter?
Finding things to collect is a good way to keep kids alert and tuned into the world around them when out and about. Check out our list here.
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A family game to play outside in a new area
A family geography game inspired by the This Way Up book by the Map Men. We wrote down some directions, went to a place we didn’t know well but wanted to know better and played. It turned out to be a fun abstract way to explore a new area. I’m writing it up in case…
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10 ways to play outside in the natural world in March
10 different ways to play outside in the natural world in March. Most should be do-able anywhere without needing too many resources or too much expertise. Its a great month, March, for things starting to happen, even more exciting, it looks like it might be a little bit less wet than February.
