We have collected 14 low to no cost activities to inspire you to have fun together every day.

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: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: Do you know where Frogs go in Winter?

Where do frigs go in winter? Read about our Wild Child playgroup adventure where we found out.

Blog, Wild Child, winterNT MortonOctober 3, 2022forest, frogs, information, learn, learning, nature, outdoors, parenting, play, wild child, Wild Child I Spy, winter

Wild Child: Tree Swallows

Have you noticed a blue backed, white bellied bird flitting around the ponds on your adventures? Maybe you spotted a tree swallow. Read to learn more about these interesting birds.

Wild Child: Who's nest do I see?

Have you noticed a messy looking birds nest in unusual places such as porches? Read as Tandy shares some of the ways you can recognize a Robin’s nest.

WILD CHILD: Nature Journalling

Are you looking for ways to be more deliberate in your time outside? Tandy shares about using a nature journal to slow down and enjoy nature with her children.

Blog, Wild Child, spring, summer, winterNT MortonApril 15, 2022Blog, wild child, Documentation, Journaling

Wild Child: Who's running along the gound?

Have you noticed a bird running in the fields or though parking lots? Read as Tandy shares some of the fun things Killdeer do.

Wild Child: Who is that yellow bird?

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