Nature Portraits
This is a fun idea that the results often surprise me and make me giggle. It can be used to make self-portraits or even portraits of the whole family (this is usually where the giggles come in). Give it a go and see what you think. Nature Portraits ...
Mud Painting!
Today we are going to make our own paint out of mud and use it to make masterpieces. Let’s be honest, playing with mud is usually a super fun, super messy activity but doing it this way means you are channelling that mess into a masterpiece. Win, win! Mud Painting You ...
Find ‘Your’ Tree
This activity is a firm favourite at Forest School. The premise is that no matter where you are you can find your tree as long as you look hard enough. All it takes is some careful observation and really looking at a few trees before you discover that one of them is connec ...
Spring Garland
This idea can be done with leftover cut flowers from inside your house, from wildflowers in your garden or from blossoms and petals you find along your walk. You do not need to pick fresh ones, you can use petals from blossoms that have dropped. Spring Garland You will need: ...
Woodland God’s Eye
This idea came to me from my daughter again, she has a wealth of fabulous ideas. Nine years of attending Forest School at least once per week will do that to a kid. She has fond memories of doing this during her years of Forest School. She finds it a really relaxing activi ...