Children's Programs & Incursions for Early Childhood, Schools & Communities
Play and learn with us
We love to bring our outdoor play and nature inspired learning programs to you.
Our children's sessions are fun, engaging and interactive - kids (aged 0=99+) love them!
Each of our sessions also include elements of support and mentoring for educators and group leaders to help empower you to feel confident and supported to continue to take learning and play outdoors.
Simply choose your program below or get in touch with us and we'll work with you to develop and implement a program and a plan to fit your unique situation, environment or cohort.
Children's Programs & Incursions for Early Childhood, Schools & Communities
Nature Play & Outdoor Learning Programs & Incursions
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Get ready to think outside the ‘mystery box’ in this creative and fun session where “MasterChef meets the Mud Kitchen”. Together we’ll mix in a pinch of literacy, a dash of numeracy, a sprinkling of STEM and a generous dollop of natural loose parts… all served up with a side of creative flair and topped off with a little friendly competition!
Tania's Moloney’s gorgeous new Award-Winning Australian picture book helps children see that the biggest and best way they can make a difference for the planet is by caring for the nature that's right outside their door - and that their voices and actions can inspire others protect the planet too! In this fun and interactive Children’s Book Author Visit we'll inspire the next generation of nature heroes, readers and storytellers! Sessions can be customised and can include:
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In this fun and imagination-filled session, children are taken on a journey to create and discover the possibilities for stories that live within the landscapes that surround them.
Our Story Book Nature Trail children’s session combines walking and nature connection with the wonders of reading a book.
Reading helps your brain grow and stay active in the same way that exercising helps the rest of your body. When you combine the two it promotes the development of physical fitness and literacy skills – that means it’s doubly good for you!
So come with us as we follow along a story book nature trail and enjoy the journey and as you see, hear and experience the story unfold in the real world!
We have a number of different books available for this experience
In this fun and hands on session, children will experience how nature's loose parts provide rich, open ended and constantly evolving invitations to explore and learn.
Children will be invited to switch on their imaginations, gather their chosen natural materials from the "Nature Library" and be given time and space to create ephemeral / transient art and creations.
At the end of the session, they will recycle their nature back into the nature library for others to enjoy. This helps reinforce the practice of conscious collection of natural elements, being in the moment and enjoying the experience without having to have an end 'take home' result.
Stonework Play connects participants with nature, creative expression, art and storytelling, using a beautiful variety of stones as the medium.
Participants will be guided through a 5 Step process of:
1. GATHERING their chosen stones
2. CONSTRUCTING their stone creation
3. RENDERING (drawing) their work on paper
4. NARRATING (writing) what they have done in story form
5. SHARING their stories and experience with the group
Stonework Play can be adapted for students in any age group - from babies to 99+, and we'll discuss and share ideas about practice and extending possibilities across different settings.
Stonework Play workshops are inspired on the work of Dr Diana Suskind and Nurture in Nature partners with her to facilitate the annual International Stonework Play Day.
The Nature Bus
Activities & Events for Councils & Organisations
Nature Art & Play Weekend
Youth Programs
Here's how we can help you ...
1. Let's Talk
Book a time for a chat with us and we'll take the time to learn about your needs, wants and challenges.
2. Design a Program or PD Plan Together
We'll work with you to develop and implement a program or PD plan to fit your unique situation, environment or cohort.
3. Grow your Confidence & Improve Outcomes for Children
Feel inspired, confident and connected on your nature inspired teaching and learning journey
Here's what people say about our Children's & Community Programs
"Fabulous ideas for families and educators!"
Tania, I LOVE learning from you about this important topic! I was getting goosebumps thinking about how helpful and inspiring your ideas are in supporting families in getting outside. I can't wait to share it with Nature Nuts families!
Brenda Running
Exec Director, Nature Nuts, Washington USA & Board of Directors of the American Forest Kindergarten Association
"Changed our perception of what we could do outdoors"
After my daughters first Nurture in Nature program, I found that not only did she want to spend more time outdoors, but what she wanted to do outdoors also changed. No longer did she want the parks swings & slides, but wanted to hike & search for things in nature with binoculars or magnifying glasses, turning rocks over to see what she could find. Swimming in rivers rather than pools to see what lives there. It totally changed her (& our) perception of what we could do outdoors.
Trudy Grasso-Roe
Parent and Primary School Teacher
"Engaging and Empowering"
Tania is a warm and engaging presenter who always brings enthusiasm, energy and personal experience to her sessions. She always has fresh and practical ideas that leave you eager to get outside and encourage your community to come with you!
Joey Boothby
Senior Recreation Planner
Manningham City Council
Get in Touch
0409843965
tania@nurtureinnature.com.au
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