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Nature journal
A space for reflection on all things play, Forest School, nature pedagogy and the wonders of outdoor play.
How Forest School Supports Children’s Emotional Regulation: What the Research Shows & How We Nurture It
In Forest School emotional regulation is nurtured through play, connection, co-regulation, and the soothing rhythms of nature. The bush becomes both a teacher and a companion, offering children the spaciousness they need to grow emotionally at a gentle, natural pace.
This blog post explores how nature play supports emotional development and how, as Forest School leaders, we intentionally model validation, reflective dialogue, and calming strate
The Healing Potential of Forest School — Where Play and Therapy Meet
There’s something deeply transformative that happens when children are given space to play, explore, and connect with the natural world. In a Forest School setting, they are free to be their truest selves — curious, creative, and wonderfully alive. For many children, this is more than play; it’s a form of healing.
Why Playing in the Mud Is Good for Children (and All of Us)
Children have always known what science is now confirming — that there is something healing about playing in the dirt.
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