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WE ARE PART OF NATURE
“Never before in human history have children lived so remote from nature,” said Louv at a Community Action Toward Children’s Health event on Saturday at Kelowna’s Rotary Centre for the Arts. “As...
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Fairy Houses for Christmas
Perfect time to build a fairy house for Christmas… All you need is driftwood, twine, ivy and an imagination… Now if you need a fairy…. Fairy shop Let me introduce you to my little Humbug...
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Wonder of A Summers Day video
I dedicate this short video in memory of Jenny Hughes who sadly passed away on Monday 19th November 2012. Your spirit will always be with us Jenny – you are the bird we hear in the oak tree overhead;...
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Life Balance
Just like the changing seasons bringing death and new birth, our lives are constantly changing too. New challenges, new joys, new growth and new paths to follow. For me, life balance is found deep in...
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Bird Spotting In Our Outdoor Classroom
Spotting birds in our outdoor classroom seems to be somewhat easier for the children when the trees are bare….these starlings covered the entire Walnut Tree after the Blue Jays and Magpies took...
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No Such Thing As Bad Weather…Let’s Go Outside!
There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing -Scandinavian proverb Wrapped up warm, children will happily play and learn outdoors for hours. Nature Fun All Year Round – Nature In A Jar At...
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We Protect What We Love
Would you like a copy of my illustrated poster below? I have 2 signed copies to give away. Just share with me what you love about nature in a comment below. Winners will be notified by email on: Jan...
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Creativity is woven into our DNA
This is one of the most exciting times to be alive…CREATIVITY is required in order for us to move forward. The creativity process is magical, enchanting and ancient. Our cave-dwelling ancestors wanted...
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Take Your Child Outside…
NEW FOR 2013. TAKE YOUR CHILD OUTSIDE. This is a way of getting parents and grandparents to participate in taking their child outdoors. We provide a small rucksack containing Lucy the Bird Keeper...
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Connecting Children with Nature Workshops
SPRING April/May/June How to Actively Engage Children with Nature through Art. The first six years of a child’s life are really important in their development. Being in nature ia a really dynamic...
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Gardening: Fostering Compassion in Children
Compassion fosters a feeling of connectedness and peace Gardening is all about Compassion Gardening is a wonderful way to connect children with nature and foster compassion. Gardening is tending to the...
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What Can Our Feathered Friends Teach Our Children?
The bird song makes my heart sing….. If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the most beautiful song writers in the world, singing some of the finest music ever written… how many other...
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Working together for the good of all
My mother was a Primary Art Teacher and loved her work but gave her career up when she had my three brothers and I. As a child I remember the smell of paint and the large easel that stood in our...
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The Robins have arrived…
The Red-Breasted Robins have returned to the garden, gifting joy to us all and the snow has finally melted, leaving remnants from Autumn -such as leaves and berries, perfect for the children to make...
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Unconditional Love
Prince our Flatcoat Retriever gifts us endless amounts of love and affection… Pure, unconditional love… Our canine friends can help teach our children many things: Patience, responsibility,...
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Let us listen with our Hearts
Last night before going to bed I read a very sad story about a child being mistreated but thankfully in the end the child was saved by a woman who showed compassion by helping this child escape from...
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Nurturing Love and Compassion
Nurturing Love and Compassion “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” ~Dalai Lama Learning patience, compassion, love and respect for one...
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How Mindfulness Helps Children Thrive
Heart-Mind Conference 2013 What is the Heart-Mind Conference ? It brings together some of the leading minds in child development and contemplative practice – from scientific researchers to...
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OUTDOOR FAIRY FUN GIVEAWAY
What was your most favourite childhood outdoor play activity? Summer is almost upon us and the perfect time for fairy house building and imaginative play outdoors so I’m giving away a Dragonfly Boy...
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Land Art: Deer
Land Art : Deer Deer have a very special place in my heart. My connection with these graceful and enchanting creatures has deepened with each unique and magical encounter. Creating Land Art is so much...
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