Outdoor Classrooms provide a place for children to connect to nature. With so many areas where children are told "no" to the diverse ways they want to interact with nature, outdoor classrooms are often a "yes" place. Yes, please dig in the dirt. Yes, please dig with the log pieces. Yes, please climb on these fallen logs. I was introduced to the Nature Explore outdoor classroom concept as we developed a natural playscape at a local nature center. This research based process helped reign in…

Kids outdoor play wall.

The Empowered Educator - 5 Important elements to include in your natural outdoor play space

I made a "worm farm" in 4th grade for a school project. How fun to have a permanent one in the backyard!

We made a large Natural Playground at our Glamping Site which includes Musical Instruments, Den-Building, Climbing Frames, Bug Hunt / […]

Spring is almost here --- time to wake up from my hibernation and get these little cubs of mine outside! The warm sunshine never fails to make me want to spruce up our outdoor play spaces. We like to keep outdoor play, well, natural I suppose. So when I am planning outdoor play spaces for

As soon as the weather warms up, it’s time to say no to TV and phone, get the kids outside! If you’re lucky to own a sprawling property big enough for a kid’s

Transform your outdoor space into a whimsical wonderland with our exciting and creative landscaping ideas for kids! Discover vibrant garden designs, interactive play areas, and eco-friendly projects that spark imagination and encourage exploration. From butterfly gardens to mini adventure trails, these innovative concepts foster a love for nature, nurturing creativity while promoting outdoor play. Let your garden become a canvas for childhood adventures and lifelong memories!

Kids outdoor mud kitchen (also known as a mud pie kitchen) is one of the best resources in DIY projects for kids to play outside as kids playhouse.