Nature's Playground: Activities, Crafts and Games to Encourage Your Children to Enjoy the Great Outdoors
by Fiona Danks, Jo Schofield
| Publisher: | Frances Lincoln Publishers |
| Format: | Hardback | 192 pages |
| Published: | March 2006 |
| ISBN 10: | 0711224919 |
| ISBN 13: | 9780711224919 |
Synopsis
This delightful illustrated book is a
guide to introducing children to the great outdoors through fun
activities in nature. Designed for use by families, carers, play
workers and teachers, the book sets out guidelines for safe and
engaging play outdoors, with useful tips on how to hold children's
attention on longer excursions. The book is divided into seasons, with
activities appropriate to each. For example, in spring, children can
explore aquatic life in ponds and streams, collect material to make
birds' nests or look out for growing bulbs; in autumn they can collect
berries or make collages with fallen leaves. Throughout the book, the
emphasis is on helping children gain an appreciation of nature's
patterns, giving them confidence in the outdoor environment in a way
that is educational, safe and, above all, fun.
