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Three young children gathered around a water play station, experimenting with pouring and directing water. They appear engaged and excited, using ramps and tubs to explore water flow and movement.
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Beyond the park
Kathryn Solly explores how to create dynamic, nature-rich environments that spark imagination, encourage risk-taking, and transform outdoor play into a true adventure for young children.
A nursery-aged girl climbing among tree branches, immersed in nature.
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A real childhood
What does a real childhood look like in today’s world? For Mandy Richardson, it’s one filled with mud, adventure, and meaningful moments in nature. In this article, she shares how Naturally Learning Nurseries embrace the outdoors to…
Sand art with children
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Sand art
Here’s an activity incorporating art in the sand area. Of course you can do it anywhere, but we set this up right in our sandpit where the primary material for this project was abundant – sand! It also made the clean up really…
Three young children around a water play table
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Making the most of water play
Water is one of the basic raw materials for purposeful play, it fosters curiosity, imagination, and experimentation – and it is free. A thoughtful teacher can structure the environment and materials in the water centre to make the most of…
two children playing in a large sandpit
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Playing in the sand – naturally
The beauty of sand is one of the few manipulatives that truly allows kids to explore their imaginations.
young child pouring water into a gutter
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Playing in the gutters
Traditionally the sand area has provided opportunities for manipulation, construction, and discovery as children experiment with pouring, digging, and mixing sand with water.