Stick Picture Frames
This activity is one we have done at Forest School many times. It is a bit fiddly while you are learning your knots but it is so lovely to watch the children’s faces when they succeed. Your littlest ones will need a lot of support with this, it is an activity for child ...
5 Minutes in the Woods Part 3
This week my dog decided she wanted to take a more pivotal role in the film making so she encouraged some additional wildlife into the frame for you all to see. Last week a fox, this week a herd of deer in two parts. Enjoy!
Spray Bottle Painting (with a science twist)
This activity combines nature, art and science and creates a real, “WOW!” Your children will be amazed at the results so do give it a try. Spray Bottle Painting (with a science twist) You will need: 3 spray bottles (or you can use old toothbrushes to splatter ...
Build a Nest Challenge
Today’s activity can be done anywhere really, in your garden, in your house, in the woods. It can be as elaborate and detailed as you like or super simple. Build a Nest Challenge You will need: a range of nest building materials a storybook about birds (optional) ...
Spring Sun Catchers
Today you will be able to use any left over supplies from our Spring Luminaries. Any leaves, flowers etc that didn’t make it on to your light can now have a life in your sun catcher. Spring Sun Catchers You will need: leaves, flowers and other spring items two stic ...
Twig Rafts
This idea is fun for rainier weather when puddles are forming on the ground. It is also fun anytime and a sink or a bathtub can double as a puddle in a pinch. Twig Rafts You will need: a number of thin twigs all of the same thickness string or yarn a h ...
Spring Luminaries
This idea is also lovely in the autumn with all the coloured leaves but at this time of year we have gorgeous colours from the wild flowers and the bright green leaves unfurling. It makes a great night light for your little one once it is complete. Spring Luminaries You will ...
Wind Streamers
This idea came to us from Chloe. Chloe leads the most amazing birthday parties for us. They are full of wonder and beauty. No small detail is overlooked. She loves combining her love of craft and her love of Forest School. That is what this next activity is. Wind Streamers Y ...
5 Minutes in the Woods part 2
It is time for our weekly 5 minute relaxation break. Find a quiet spot, turn on the sound, and for 5 minutes just breathe. See if you can spot the fox at just past 1:30 and my dog pays a visit in site and sound! Happy relaxing! April
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 ...