How to Teach Kids To Build a Fire, the Forest School Way — in 10 Easy Steps
A forest-school guide to teaching kids campfire safety at [...]
“Trust the Process”: A Conversation on Nature, Motherhood, and Leading Outdoors
The outdoor education space is an interesting one to [...]
5 Mandela Day Activities for Kids (That Actually Teach Generosity)
Parenting is a tough gig. On top of wanting [...]
5 Ways Children Learn Self-Regulation — And Why Modern Life Is Getting in the Way
A friend's daughter, unprompted and completely unbothered, said this [...]
The Future of Nature Education is Growing: Our Global Conference Experience In China
This past November (2025) Nature Plays had the incredible [...]
A day in the life of a forest school playgroup
It can be tricky to choose the right playgroup [...]
Birds vs Brands: Why Nature Literacy Matters More Than Ever
Our children’s minds are like truth serum for the [...]
From Fynbos to Fireside: Kids Camping Tips That Spark Natural Learning
Spring is the perfect time to undertake camping adventures [...]
The Critical First Three Years: Why Nature-Based Bonding Builds Resilient Children
As a culture we’ve become extremely good at creating [...]
A Q&A with Isabella Hulme: How the Connection Between Reggio Emilia and Forest School Offers Strong Early Childhood Learning Experiences
Forest School is a relatively new formal approach to early [...]
