by Nadia Robinson It’s no secret that at Educated by Nature we are advocates for risky, outdoor play (nature play). It supports development of the whole child (mentally, physically, socially and emotionally) and provides them with opportunities to develop necessary life skills (check out Nature Play WA for more information). This blog will address in more detail…
After a wild storm this term, the Crawley Homeschool Bush Inventors’ Club found themselves washed up on a deserted island. They had nothing but whittling tools, hammocks and tarps. Survival was their top priority. As we wandered around the foreign land, we discovered a variety of unusual and exotic plants, insects and birds. We spotted…
We’re so excited to have been included on the first episode of Channel 9’s Everything Outdoors – a new TV show showcasing all the amazing things to do outdoors in Western Australia. Check out our segment below, or the full episode on the 9Now website. In just three minutes, Trudi, Kate and the kids sum…
“[In nature] you can learn more and pass it on to other people” Noticing small changes in the ecosystem and developing a curious mind increases feelings of empowerment and assists children in the protection and regeneration of the environment. Gaining location specific knowledge increases not only connection to that space but opens their eyes to…
“We have to treat [nature] with all the cares” When children have the opportunity to spend regular time in natural spaces they develop deep bonds with those spaces. Many schools are situated in close proximity to pocket parks and natural bush land. Children may walk past or even through these spaces to get to school,…
“You don’t realise you are learning until the end of the session” Connection to nature (the feeling of being part of nature), not only contributes to the development of our physical and mental health, but it is vital in developing a community that lives with active principles of sustainability. Providing young people with opportunities to…
“The ultimate outcome for this entire series is for the kids to learn confidence in themselves”. Spending time outdoors is incredibly valuable. It contributes to both our physical and mental wellbeing, promoting activity whilst providing a sense of connection and belonging. Developing safety and security in outdoor settings provides children with skills to help regulate…
“The kids that don’t necessarily see success in the classroom are coming out of their shells” Outdoor Learning challenges teacher pedagogy and practice long after the students have left the outdoor space! Teaching in outdoor classrooms enhances learning whilst in the natural spaces but beyond that, the experience continues to influence learning back in the…
“[Nature connection] is more than just education, they find a sense of themselves” Finding one’s place in nature reinforces a child’s sense of self-worth, power to enact change and gives them a voice for feelings that may be hard to express in a traditional school setting. Being aware of ourselves, our actions in that space…
In 2021 Fay undertook a regional tour, travelling to Narrogin to work with Amity Health at their East Narrogin Primary site. She provided incursions for children in the Ready Set Go program. This was a return to familiar for Fay, who was a Ready Set Go educator during her time in Bunbury. What is Ready…
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