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Category Archives: Outdoor Play
Welcome Spring: A Robin’s Nest Inquiry
“When you have seen one ant, one bird, one tree, you have not seen them all.” ~ E.O. Wilson Robins are a common sight in my neighbourhood. I confess that they have never captured my attention the way that the … Continue reading
Six Splendid Stories about Snowmen
“I remember that winter because it had brought the heaviest snows I had ever seen. Snow had fallen steadily all night long and in the morning I woke in a room filled with light and silence, the whole world seemed … Continue reading
Outdoor Education: A Frontline Perspective on Implementing a Forest School Program
“Teaching children about the natural world should be treated as one of the most important events in their lives.” ~ Thomas Berry As we prepare for children’s return to school in the fall, there is much concern – from children, … Continue reading
Creative Learning with Loose Parts
“Loose parts enhance children’s ability to think imaginatively and see solutions, and they bring a sense of adventure and excitement to children’s play.” ~ Daly and Beloglovsky, Loose Parts, 2015 Recently I attended a workshop on loose parts. I’ve watched … Continue reading
Risky Play: My Playground Adventure in Denmark
“All those hours exploring the great outdoors made me more resilient, and confident.” ~ David Suzuki 2018 has provided numerous opportunities for me to learn about Adventure Playgrounds and risky play. I attended an OPAL symposium with a keynote presentation by Michael … Continue reading