Category Archives: outdoor play

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Earth Day: What to do

People are wondering what to do on Earth Day. You should spend time with the Earth. Today I received an email from a teacher who was referred to me from one of my student’s mother. The teacher was looking for something to do for Earth … Read More

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Trees and treasures

What’s interesting about a child discovering nature is how quickly trees become normal and not as awe-making. As a baby, my daughter Macy would tilt her head back in the baby carrier and coo at the tree branches. Now, she walks by them without noticing, … Read More

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Spring Break: Smell Teas(e)

I led an outdoor nature appreciation workshop for Spring Break -- it ended with a cup of dog poop.