by Bev Dietze | May 6, 2025 | Outdoor Play, Science in the Outdoors, Uncategorized
Have you ever watched a child lounging in a hammock outdoors? One moment they’re completely relaxed, gazing up at the sky… the next, they’re using every limb to push off and get the hammock swinging like a pendulum in motion! Some twist and spin, others...
by Bev Dietze | Apr 8, 2025 | Beyond the Fence, Outdoor Play, Uncategorized
Spring is a season of renewal, bursting with life, colours, and movement. It is an ideal time for children in early learning programs and school environments to explore the world around them through photography. Using cameras outdoors in the spring provides...
by Bev Dietze | Mar 7, 2025 | Beyond the Fence, Science in the Outdoors, Uncategorized
Have you ever noticed children eagerly peering through fences, reaching for objects just beyond their grasp, or climbing on play structures to get a better view of what lies outside? Their curiosity is a powerful force, driving them to explore and understand the world...
by Bev Dietze | Feb 4, 2025 | Outdoor Play, Play Ideas, Uncategorized
Storytelling is a fundamental part of childhood, helping children develop language, literacy, creativity, and social skills. When storytelling moves outdoors, it takes on a new dimension, offering children different settings that can enhance their imagination and...
by Bev Dietze | Jan 7, 2025 | Outdoor Play, Science in the Outdoors, Uncategorized
As January rolls in with its brisk winds and fresh opportunities, it’s the perfect time to explore the transformative benefits of outdoor experiences. Whether you’re an educator in early learning and childcare programs, in the school system or a homeschooler...
