outdoor play
Ensure your child's development is optimal by including outdoor play, learning games and ideas to stimulate physical development.
Hanging out in the backyard after school doesn’t just have to be about kicking the footy around. Think of your backyard as an outdoor...more
5 things that might surprise you about cricket for kids
Cricket isn’t just for elite athletes or middle-aged men trying to relive former sporting glory; it’s a sport for everyone...more
10 easy Book Week costume ideas
Book Week is one of Australia’s great children’s festivals of reading, children’s books and authors. Book Week...more
How to create an imaginary world with one piece of chalk
Chalk play is an incredible way to keep the kids occupied and engaged – with minimum mess for mum! Early childhood expert,...more
How to build a tree house in your backyard
Feeling nostalgic for your own, simpler childhood? Get your kids back to basics and build them a backyard tree house! more
Children will love to camp outside in the backyard. A fun way to play and engage with the natural world, backyard camping can lead...more
Fun games to play... with trees!
It’s time to reintroduce a love of nature – and what better way to do that than some good old-fashioned tree games? more
Autumn craft: Leafy activities from the great outdoors
When the air turns crispy and the days are shorter, you know that Autumn is in full swing! Here’s a bunch of leafy Autumn...more
How to grow watercress eggheads
What could be more fun than making cute, leafy cress heads?! Nothing, I tell you! more
These simple DIY pot plants are not only biodegradable, they’re heaps of fun to make! more
Want to get your kids loving the outdoors? Try geocaching!
If your kids love treasure hunts, being outside, spending quality time with their parents and exploring new places – this...more
Nature treasure hunt (free printable) and pretty mobile how-to
The sun is shining, the grass is green, and you need to get the kids out of the house! One of the best ways to encourage my kids...more
