WILD CHILD: Winter Layers for Outdoor Play

Have you ever wondered what all materials are that get discussed when we talk about winter layers? Read about the materials that keep us warm.

Blog, ParentConnect, parenting, play, Wild Child, winterChildreachNovember 21, 2022cold, fibres, layering, materials, outdoor play, weather, wild child, winter

WILD CHILD: Cold weather climbing

Cooler weather offers unique play opportunities. Read as Tandy shares about the fun that climbing brings to our winter adventures

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonNovember 15, 2022wild child, outdoor play, Winter

Wild Child: Tiny Adventure

Today is your chance to be an adventurer. Read as Tandy shares about embracing Tiny Adventures throughout your day.

Blog, fall, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonNovember 8, 2022Wild Child, autumn, tiny adventure, play outside

Wild Child:What to Wear for Cold Outdoor Play

What do you wear to stay warm in cold weather? It’s easier than you think!

Blog, family, home child care, ParentConnect, parenting, play, Wild Child, winterChildreachOctober 21, 2022clothing, cold, gear, get outside, outdoor play, tips, wild child, winter

Wild Child: Noticing and sharing what we see

Fall is full of changes that are fun to notice together. Tandy shares some tips for helping children master the words to share their stories.

Blog, development, fall, family, literacy, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonOctober 11, 2022Wild Child, literacy, storytelling, sharing, outdoor play, fall, autumn

Wild Child: Friends help us try new things, Part 2

Do you have a quiet-observer or and all-in-explorer? Tandy shares the magic of having both personalities playing together in this second part of a 2 part series.

Blog, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonOctober 4, 2022wild child, cautious child, adventurous child, mud, play, outdoor learning

Wild Child: Friends help us try new things, Part 1

Do you have a cautious-observer or and all-in-explorer? Tandy shares the magic of having both personalities playing together in this 2 part series.

Blog, nature connection, play, Wild ChildNT MortonSeptember 27, 2022wild child, cautious child, adventurous child, mud, play, outdoor learning

Wild Child: Nature's storystarters

Your collection of sticks, rocks, or snails shells is a perfect opportunity to learn new words and share stories. Read as Tandy shares about natural collections and learning.

WILD CHILD: Do you know how to have fun in cooler weather?

Are you wondering what outdoor play in autumn and winter will look like? Tandy shares about wet weather clothing.

WILD CHILD: Instead of Saying "Be Careful"

To set your little one up for success instead of saying “Be Careful” use a different approach to develop awareness and encourage problem solving. Try saying these instead! See our helpful list of examples below and practice them during your next outdoor play adventure.

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Wild Child: It's okay to be uncomfortable

Read as Tandy shares about the joy of embracing just a little discomfort.

Blog, family, parenting, play, Wild ChildNT MortonAugust 15, 2022wild child, Wild Wednesday, puddles, Child-led

Wild Child: Wild Poses in the Woods (Medway Valley)

Tandy and Katie have been visiting our Environmentally Significant Areas and taking pictures. This week the visited the Northern section of the Medway Valley Heritage Forest.

WILD CHILD: Finding Nature Hidden in the City

Nature is all around us. Tandy challenges you to explore the crack and look up and notice nature hiding in plain sight.

Wild Child: Wild Poses in the Woods (Sifton Bog)

Tandy and Katie have been visiting our Environmentally Significant Areas and taking pictures.

Wild Child: Embracing the Short Adventure

Is a 15 minute adventure outside really worth it? Tandy shares about the fun of heading outside for short adventures.

Blog, family, play, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonJuly 25, 2022fresh air, motivation, outdoors, outside, play, adventure, short adventure

Wild Child: Spend A Week Outside (Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park)

Can you spend some time outside everyday this week? Tandy challenges you to explore the Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park this week and shares some activities to keep you smiling.

WILD CHILD: Nature Connection

Spending time outdoors is easier than you think and the benefits build up quickly. Can you spend just 10 minutes outside a day?

Wild Child: Explore a natural space (Medway Valley)

Looking for fun outdoor activities to start the summer. Check out this list of ideas for exploring a local ESA.

ESA Challenge, family, play, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonJuly 4, 2022summer, scavenger hunt, outdoor play, ESA, forest, summer acitivities

WILD CHILD: Encouraging Kindness in Nature

Tandy shares some of the strategies she uses with children to encourage thoughtful and careful interactions with nature.

Join us to learn about Ticks & Mosquitos

Join Wild Child Outdoor Playgroup and the MLHU to learn about ticks and mosquitos.

Blog, parent education, play, safety, spring, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonMay 24, 2022wild child, ticks, mosquitos, vector borne diseases, mlhu