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Spring colours - an alternative treasure hunt.

We explore nature's springtime colour palette with a lovely colour-hunt activity for all ages.

The Importance of Outdoor Play for our Children’s Mental Health and our Own.

Children’s mental health and wellbeing is enhanced by spending time outdoors.

Spring Equilux - Longer Days are Coming!

More time to play in nature? We say *hooray* for the Spring Equilux (and find out what that is).

Memories of a Young Birdwatcher

Memories of bird nests over 50 years ago remind our guest blogger what made his 11 year old self fall in love with bird watching.

Outdoor Reading

We celebrate the joy of curling up with a book outdoors for a full sensory experience to boost mood and imaginations.

Willow Hearts

Simple willow hearts - a nature inspired Valentine.

Cranberry Heart Feeders

This is a lovely Valentine inspired activity for children that also offers a special nature connection - feeding the birds and wildlife in their ow...

Winter Solstice Family Traditions

It may be the shortest day - but it can be one of the most special of the year. We suggest a few traditions to adopt at winter solstice.

Hoar Frost

Do you know how hoar frosts form? Next time the ice forms like hair strands - go outside and revel in its beauty!

Furoshiki Wrapping

The Japanese art-form of 'furoshiki' is a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative to gift wrapping this Christmas - why not try it like we did?

Zwetschgenmännla & Zwetschgenweibla - Prune People

Traditional German symbols of good luck, gifted at Christmas and New Year - we make Zwetschgenmännla and fall in love with dried fruit.

Our Wooden Mallets

The process behind the product - we shine a light on our wooden mallets and discover what makes them so special.

Stick Christmas Tree Decorations

Bring the nature indoors for a handmade Christmas - these stick-tree decorations make a lovely eco-friendly display.

Forever Play

We are so proud and happy to share with you our Christmas film, which we hope offers you 1.41 full minutes of heart-warming pause, during thes...

Nature Wands

Make your own nature wands for a spell-binding indoor craft activity that is perfect for young witches and wizards.

Eco Gift Wrapping Inspiration

Three eco-alternatives to wrapping paper that will delight the recipient and not end up in landfill.

Christmas Film - Behind the Scenes

Way back at the start of the year we were reflecting on the nature of play - and particularly what makes it universal, timeless and instinctive. We...

Spirit of Christmas Fair - Olympia 1-7th November 2021

An insight into the life of a small business owner! A week meeting customers at the Spirit of Christmas fair helped to revive flagging spirits...

The Smell of Autumn

Our sense of smell can evoke strong emotions and bring back childhood memories. We explore what makes autumn smell so good!

An Autumn Wish Magic Potion Recipe

We share two free downloads - a Magic Potion Recipe and ingredient Scavenger Hunt - so that you can cast a magical, seasonal spell...

child painting a flag with paintbrushes and natural paints

The Joy of Children's Mark-Making

Co-founder (and ex-EYFS teacher) Kay considers the importance of mark-making as she watches her own granddaughter in creative play.

Nature Paintbrushes

Can you make a natural paintbrush from autumnal seed heads? We gave it a try and made our own eco-wrapping paper.

Guelder Rose Jelly Recipe - by Adele Nozedar @hedgerowguru

Forager & writer Adele Nozedar shares a favourite seasonal recipe for guelder rose jelly.

Marble Boat Challenge

Can you make a marble float on a boat you make out of natural materials? A great challenge for water-babies.