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All our activities use things you’re likely to have at home or just outside your front door, and we shared our summer play kit last month which answered the question, “What do you think I have at home?” This month we thought we’d share some suggestions for a play kit that makes the most of the changing season, with our suggestions for an Autumn play kit.  

If you have any suggestions you’d add to the list, let us know on our Facebook community. 

Books can be enjoyed simply anywhere and there is something rather magical about taking a good book outside to enjoy in the forest, by the stream or in the local park. Because reading is fun wherever you do it! We've compiled a list of great books that are perfect for enjoying outdoors. 

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There is growing interest in the role nature plays in learning, with many people believing that spending time with nature not only helps children (and adults) care more about the planet but also helps them learn more generally. A research review, published in February 2019, concluded that this belief can be backed by research evidence. 

On our podcast we spoke to Charlotte from Parents For Future, an organisation supporting parents to campaign for climate action.

She described the complicated emotions of raising children while aware of the climate crisis - and they shared some small changes or action you can take to reduce that anxiety. Listen to the podcast here, and read on to see how we use research to support our ideas - and to support you. 

It can be really difficult, with so much information and opinions surrounding you both online and in real life, to work you what information to trust. That’s why as well as drawing on our years of experience, and experts in their field such as Charlotte, we look into the latest research to stay up to date with current evidence.

World Photo Day takes place on 19th August every year, and is a day devoted to celebrating the history of photography. This year’s theme is ‘Understanding clouds’ and we thought it could be perfect inspiration for a weekend of fun and learning!  

Whether it’s a day to pack the suncream and sunhats, or puddle suits and wellies... we’ve got ideas for you. This week we’ve asked our community manager, Becki (a qualified Forest Schools leader) for her favourite activity ideas for everyone who wants to get out and about this weekend.