This weather is getting warmer and plants and animals are starting to show themselves. Tandy shares two of the birds we heard and saw this week at Wild Child.

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Wild Child: Don't forget to build with snow

Winter offers unique play opportunities. Don’t miss your opportunity to build with your little one while the snow is here.

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WILD CHILD: Listen to the Sounds of Water

Embrace the magic of winter and seek out a local stream or pond, to enjoying the natural sounds of the water.

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WILD CHILD: A little extra time outside

January is the time for setting goals and taking on new challenges. Will you take the challenge to get outside more this year?.

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Winter Activities to Inspire Play

We have collected 14 low to no cost activities to inspire you to have fun together every day.

WILD CHILD: Winter Layers for Outdoor Play

Have you ever wondered what all materials are that get discussed when we talk about winter layers? Read about the materials that keep us warm.

Blog, ParentConnect, parenting, play, Wild Child, winterChildreachNovember 21, 2022cold, fibres, layering, materials, outdoor play, weather, wild child, winter

WILD CHILD: Cold weather climbing

Cooler weather offers unique play opportunities. Read as Tandy shares about the fun that climbing brings to our winter adventures

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonNovember 15, 2022wild child, outdoor play, Winter

Wild Child:What to Wear for Cold Outdoor Play

What do you wear to stay warm in cold weather? It’s easier than you think!

Blog, family, home child care, ParentConnect, parenting, play, Wild Child, winterChildreachOctober 21, 2022clothing, cold, gear, get outside, outdoor play, tips, wild child, winter

Wild Child: Intentionally Noticing Changes

Don’t miss the changes happening outside each day. Tandy shares some strategies for creating intentional memories together.

Blog, fall, nature connection, Wild ChildNT MortonOctober 18, 2022autumn, fall, changes, intentional play, learning, outdoor learning, wild child

WILD CHILD: Managing the mess

Changes in seasons mean a little more clothing covered in mud. Tandy share some strategies for managing the messing gear.

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Wild Child: Friends help us try new things, Part 2

Do you have a quiet-observer or and all-in-explorer? Tandy shares the magic of having both personalities playing together in this second part of a 2 part series.

Blog, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonOctober 4, 2022wild child, cautious child, adventurous child, mud, play, outdoor learning

WILD CHILD: Do you know where Frogs go in Winter?

Where do frigs go in winter? Read about our Wild Child playgroup adventure where we found out.

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Wild Child: Friends help us try new things, Part 1

Do you have a cautious-observer or and all-in-explorer? Tandy shares the magic of having both personalities playing together in this 2 part series.

Blog, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonSeptember 27, 2022wild child, cautious child, adventurous child, mud, play, outdoor learning

Wild Child: It's raining, it's pouring, let's go EXPLORING!

It’s a rainy day today. Don’t miss your chance to explore this fun change with your little ones.

Blog, fall, nature connection, spring, waterNT MortonAugust 30, 2022rain, wild child, outdoor play, rainy day, fun in all weather

WILD CHILD: Do you know how to have fun in cooler weather?

Are you wondering what outdoor play in autumn and winter will look like? Tandy shares about wet weather clothing.

WILD CHILD: Instead of Saying "Be Careful"

To set your little one up for success instead of saying “Be Careful” use a different approach to develop awareness and encourage problem solving. Try saying these instead! See our helpful list of examples below and practice them during your next outdoor play adventure.

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Wild Child: It's okay to be uncomfortable

Read as Tandy shares about the joy of embracing just a little discomfort.

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WILD CHILD: Finding Nature Hidden in the City

Nature is all around us. Tandy challenges you to explore the crack and look up and notice nature hiding in plain sight.

Wild Child: Spend A Week Outside (Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park)

Can you spend some time outside everyday this week? Tandy challenges you to explore the Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park this week and shares some activities to keep you smiling.

WILD CHILD: Nature Connection

Spending time outdoors is easier than you think and the benefits build up quickly. Can you spend just 10 minutes outside a day?