Have you noticed a little yellow bird calling as it flies past? Read as Tandy shares some tips for noticing the American Goldfinch.

Wild Child: Who do I see walking DOWN the tree trunk?

Have you noticed a little bird that seems to creep up, down and sideways on a tree without worrying about which direction is up? Read as Tandy shares some tips for noticing the white-breasted and red-breasted nuthatches.

Wild Child: Who do I hear singing loudly?

Have you noticed a loud conk-la-ree! song being sung from the trees lately? Read as Tandy shares some tips for noticing the Red Winged Black Bird

Wild Child: Who do I see flying around?

Have you noticed a noisy flock of dark coloured birds around your neighbourhood lately? Maybe you have spotted starlings.

Blog, science, play, spring, Wild Child, winterNT MortonFebruary 28, 2022european starling, birds, birds canada, bird identification, wild child, outdoor play

Wild Child: Find a New Forest to Explore

Tandy shares the “Find a new forest” resource.

play, spring, summer, Wild Child, winter, BlogNT MortonFebruary 25, 2022forest, wild child, explore, london, play, outdoor

Wild Child: Who's making that noise?

Have you heard the birds calling and wondered which birds you’re hearing? Tandy shares some of the common birds we are hearing and seeing.

Blog, spring, Wild Child, winterNT MortonFebruary 21, 2022birds, wild child, winter, spring, birding, bird calls, chickadee, raven, crow, cardinal

The Great Backyard Bird Count 2022

The Great Backyard Bird Count is happening February 18-21, 2022. Read to learn more about this event.

Benefits of playing in the dark

Risky play is also playing in the dark. Playing outside at nighttime presents a whole new world of fun experiences.

Blog, play, winter, Wild ChildNT MortonFebruary 16, 2022night, dark, wild child, risky play, winter, fears

Playing in the dark and twilight

This week don’t miss your chance to play in the early darkness before the days get longer.

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonFebruary 14, 2022night, wild child, full moon, sledding, tobogganing, night walk, dark, play, winter

An Edible Tree for Wildlife

Lorena shares a recipe for making edible tree ornaments.

Wild Child: Winter play is about building connections

Winter is a magical time to build connection with our little ones. Read a Tandy shares some tips for noticing the magic.

Blog, family, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonFebruary 7, 2022winter play, winter, wild child, connection, relationships, forts, dens, snow

Time in Nature Nutures

Time in nature nurtures us. Here are 5 simple ways to connect with nature and reap those benefits.

Blog, play, water, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 31, 2022nature connection, wild child, play, benefits of nature, outdoor play

Wild Child: When wiggling is okay

When you want to watch the birds, wiggling and joyful squeals can seem like a barrier. Read more as Tandy shares her family’s strategy to enjoy both.

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 27, 2022wild child, winter, nature connection, play, snack

Wild Child: Nature Connectedness

Learn about Nature Connectedness and how spending time with nature has benefits for all ages.

Blog, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 26, 2022wild child, winter, nature, nature connection

WILD CHILD: Winter Play is Connecting with Wildlife

Winter is a unique time to notice and connect with the wildlife that shares our neighbourhood. Read on for resources and ideas.

Blog, ParentConnect, parenting, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 24, 2022animals, forest, fun, get outside, learn, nature, outdoor play, play, winter

From Mud Pies to Snow Cakes

Mud cakes are fun in warm weather and snow cakes are fun in the cold. Read as Lorena shares the perfect snow cake recipe.

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterChildreachJanuary 20, 2022winter, mud, play, wild child

Wild Child: Winter Play is Building

Winter offers unique play opportunities. Read as Tandy challenges you to discover the fun and embrace building in winter.

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WILD CHILD: Tell a Family story

Sharing our family stories together creates connection and supports childhood development. Read more here.

Blog, family, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 11, 2022Winter, wild child, storytelling, play

Wild Child: Winter play is sharing stories outside

Winter offers unique play opportunities. Read as Tandy shares about the fun that outdoor storytime brings to our winter adventures

Blog, play, Wild Child, winterNT MortonJanuary 10, 2022Winter, wild child, play, literacy

WILD CHILD : Frost

It's nice and crisp and the perfect weather to see frosty patterns everywhere.

Blog, play, winter, Wild ChildNT MortonJanuary 8, 2022Winter, cold, play, ice, wild child