Outdoor play for kids

Tips, advice and inspiration for getting kids outdoors and enjoying nature together with you, wherever you live.

What's in your plant pot?

What's in your plant pot?

How gardening can help children learn to share and work together

Teacher Katy Spiers explores how nature-focused play helps children build confidence, curiosity and connection.

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How nature can build your child's confidence
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Understanding nature through play
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How to teach your child about plant life cycles
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Learning where food comes from
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Teaching your child about touch and textures in nature - I Can Grow It
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How you can take a closer look at nature with your child - I Can Grow It
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Stabilisers or balance bikes? Seven tips to help your child learn to ride a bike
How to help your young child ride their first bike with confidence.
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Ranger Hamza's tips to have outdoor adventures for little ones
The presenter of CBeebies' Lets Go For A Walk has lots of advice for making the most of the outdoors with kids.
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Bee-friendly activities with your little one
We spoke to JB Gill about his love for bees and got some ideas for ways your kids can get a buzz.
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10 fun park activities to help your child's communication skills
How to turn your trip to the park into an inspiring learning experience.
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How to keep little ones entertained and learning on long journeys
How to use long journeys as a positive time to communicate and bond with your child.
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Fun weather activities for pre-school children
Weather can be the basis for all sorts of sensory activities and chat.
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18 ways to enjoy the outdoors (even from your balcony or window)
Small outdoor adventures that your child will love.
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The surprising benefits of introducing kids to nature
It comes as no surprise that most little ones love playing outdoors - but did you know just how good it is for them?
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What children can learn from looking after plants
Mental health specialist Raoul Lindsay shares some reasons why looking after plants can benefit children's development.
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Language learning activities for when you're out and about

Spending time outdoors
A fun activity for babies aged 0-3 months.
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Explore nature with toddlers
A fun activity for toddlers aged 2-3 years.
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Out and about
A fun activity for babies aged 6-9 months.
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On the swings
A fun activity for babies aged 6-9 months.
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Getting out in nature with your kids
Outdoor inspiration for kids aged 4-5 years.
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