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Unveiling the Truth About Natural Play Spaces

Unveiling the Truth About Natural Play Spaces

FromRaising Wildlings


Unveiling the Truth About Natural Play Spaces

FromRaising Wildlings

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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Nov 21, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ever thought you couldn't run a Nature Play program because your site isn't postcard-worthy?    Newsflash: Picturesque beaches, a bubbling creek, or a lush rainforest are pretty but they are not essential for your Nature Play program.We repeat they are not essential. Today we are discussing place-based learning and how it's actually really important that children connect with their own local environment in a deep and meaningful way.Nicki and Vicci will share:?The benefits of running programs in dry locations?The three absolute 'must have' facilities for your site?Why picturesque locations could attract 'the wrong crowd' for your programs?Practical ways you can foster deep connections at your nature play siteJoin us as we explore why a picture-perfect environment might look great in photos, but can often come with challenges that make long-term engagement difficult. Whether you're a parent, an educator, or simply interested in alternative education and parenting, tune in and we promise to shift your perspective on nature play programs.Where you'll learn : What Makes a Good Location And Whether You Should Use Private Or Public LandWhy You Must Have Insurance And How To Increase Your Chances Of Landing CoverageThe *Critical* Mindset Skills You Need To Be Successful In Business Register for our FREE 3-Day Training Series ? Nature Play Business Secrets and get the insider info on landing insurance and sourcing the perfect nature play location near you + we’ll show you how to sharpen your critical mindset skills to skyrocket your business success. Join the waitlist for ? Your Wild Business our once yearly, business accelerator program which hands you the COMPLETE system for building a Nature Play Business deeply rooted in community and purpose.
Released:
Nov 21, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to Raising Wildlings, a podcast about parenting, alternative education and stepping into the wilderness, however that looks, with your family. Each week, we’ll be interviewing experts that truly inspire us, to answer your parenting and education questions. We’ll also be sharing stories from some incredible families that took the leap, and are taking the road less travelled. Whether you’re a parent looking for tips on how to better handle those sibling squabbles and tantrums, a couple searching for ways to create more freedom within your family’s lifestyle, an educator keen to explore alternative schooling models and how children learn, a father keen to delve into respectful parenting philosophies, or a mother wanting to learn more about why play is so important and how to get children outdoors safely, then this is the podcast for you. Each week you’ll get tried and tested tactics from parenting, play and education experts to help you on your journey towards creating the happiest, healthiest lifestyle you can for your family. We’ll also chat to real life families who have created freedom within their lives and are living life on their own terms. They’ll teach you how they did it and how you can too. And of course, you’ll hear from us about all things nature play and alternative education. We’ll answer all your questions on how children learn, the importance of play in all its forms, children’s rights and autonomy, and how to get your children outside safely, more often. This podcast hopes to empower parents and educators to raise kinder, more resilient, more adaptable children by helping them maintain happy connections and healthy lifestyles. So, what are you waiting for?! Let's dive in! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download our free Respectful Language Printable Cheat Sheet, head to: www.wildlingsforestschool.com/shop/respectful-language