Children build relationships and learn about their world through play. What does this look like outdoors? How can children build a relationship with the trees, flowers and grass? In this workshop we will consider the benefits of nurturing a connection to the natural world and directly experience activities and that can support this important connection.
This workshop is available as a 2 or 3 hour session.
Strong, confident children who enjoy moving their bodies in new and novel ways. Trying new things, gaining skills to tackle hard things, growing independence. This is what we want for children right? Risky play outdoors can support all these wonderful qualities but it can be challenging at times to support this play.
In this workshop we will explore the types of risky play, what it looks like for different children and ways to support this type of play in your program.
This workshop is available as a 2 or 3 hour session.
Everything is possible outside - children are more physically active, the natural world enters through all the senses, and community connections are made. In this workshop, we will explore the reasons for getting outdoors and our role as adults in these experiences. You will come away with inspiration and practical ideas to create engaging outdoor play spaces and experiences. Come ready to play outside, no matter the weather!
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