Connecting Australian families with nature
If you’re a parent looking for ideas on how to get your children more involved in outdoor activities in Australia.
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Nature deficiency hitting our kids article in the Courier Mail
Posted by Geoff White on July 20, 2011 at 10:00
Bush Kindergaten
Some friends of ours have initiated this great outdoor bush kindergaten in Northcote, Melbourne.…
Posted by David Oakley on May 26, 2011 at 19:30 — 1 Comment
Nature Play babies are a walk in the park
My boy is now 8 months old, and for his Mum's first Mother's Day, we had a picnic in Hyde Park.
Max had a great time picking up leaves and throwing them around, and the shady spot was great for him.
They can get a little dirty, but that is all part of the experience.
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Posted by Geoff White on May 24, 2011 at 10:38
Go out and play: doctor's order
Go out and play: doctor's order
Great article from the West Australian about nature scripts.
Posted by Geoff White on May 18, 2011 at 12:00
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If you’re a parent looking for ideas on how to get your children more involved in outdoor activities, then you’ve come to the right place.
There are lots of reasons why kids should make the move from the TV or computer room to the outdoors. Probably the best reason is that it’s fun, and you and your kids will be happier and healthier doing things together.
But there are other important considerations. Research undertaken around the world indicates there are real benefits for children being involved in nature.
There are lots of reasons why kids should make the move from the TV or computer room to the outdoors. Probably the best reason is that it’s fun, and you and your kids will be happier and healthier doing things together.
But there are other important considerations. Research undertaken around the world indicates there are real benefits for children being involved in nature.
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