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A family game to play outside in a new area
A family geography game inspired by the This Way Up book by the Map Men. We wrote down some directions, went to a place we didn’t know well but wanted to know better and played. It turned out to be a fun abstract way to explore a new area. I’m writing it up in case…
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10 ways to play outside in the natural world in March
10 different ways to play outside in the natural world in March. Most should be do-able anywhere without needing too many resources or too much expertise. Its a great month, March, for things starting to happen, even more exciting, it looks like it might be a little bit less wet than February.
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How to play with nature on holiday in Tenerife
In February 2026, we went to Tenerife for a week. It was B’s first time she could remember going somewhere with a tropical climate. Here’s some nature play ideas for anyone else heading off on a warm holiday (free ones first, with some specific pay-to-do Tenerife ones later). Also some thoughts on what you need…
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How to make and enjoy fires safely with kids
From being a complete novice a few years ago, we’re now, as a family, getting quite good at making fires. Here’s the instructions I wish I’d had when I started and some ideas of how to play with fire safely.
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The best equipment for playing outside with kids in winter
Not an expert’s view this. Just a mum who constantly forgets stuff and gets to a great opportunity to find I left the most important bit of equipment at home. Here’s the 6 key things we try not to be without in the wake of the 365 day nature play challenge!
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Nature play ideas for the February half term holiday
February half term is coming up. It looks a bit wet. Here’s some ideas for getting the kids playing outside whatever the weather.
