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Author Archives: Eithne Larkin

Wildlife Art – Drawing Animals for children

A very simple drawing activity – copying from books or other pictures

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 30, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inProjectTags:IndoorLeave a comment on Wildlife Art – Drawing Animals for children

Seven Simple Strategies to get your child outside

Kids often forget how much they enjoy being outdoors until they get there. Here’s some ideas to tempt them outside.

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 28, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inProjectTags:OutdoorLeave a comment on Seven Simple Strategies to get your child outside

How to build a den: outdoor activity

Den building is a fantastic activity for all ages. You can do it at any time of year, but also rmember to use fallen leaves and branches. by doing this your are practising the principles of Leave No Trace.

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 23, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inHalfDayTags:OutdoorLeave a comment on How to build a den: outdoor activity

Rock Pooling

A fun day out at the sea side rock pooling. A guide to what you need…

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 21, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inHalfDayTags:Invertebrates, marine, OutdoorLeave a comment on Rock Pooling

Learn about rocks

This activity makes the rock cycle real for your child. Processes that take millions
of years can be recreated at far lower temperatures in your kitchen. You and your
child can also finally make use of all those broken crayons you have in the cupboard.

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 16, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inHalfDayTags:IndoorLeave a comment on Learn about rocks

Do one simple thing for nature today

A printable poster with tear-off strips – each with a simple nature task

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 14, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inQuickTags:OutdoorLeave a comment on Do one simple thing for nature today

Practice Leave No Trace

Below are seven tips to encourage the kids in your life to practice Leave No Trace.

Posted byEithne LarkinJuly 2, 2020October 29, 2020Posted inQuickTags:OutdoorLeave a comment on Practice Leave No Trace

Rainbow Art

A fun way to draw in the rain!

Posted byEithne LarkinJune 30, 2020July 2, 2020Posted inQuickTags:Outdoor, Preprimary, PrimaryLeave a comment on Rainbow Art

Find your tree twin

Go to the woods and find your Tree Twins

Posted byEithne LarkinJune 25, 2020July 3, 2020Posted inQuickTags:PrimaryLeave a comment on Find your tree twin

Head on a summer Stroll

Summer is a wonderful time for a wander around the woods. Escape the heat and enjoy a walk under the dappled, cool shade of the tree canopy.

Posted byEithne LarkinJune 23, 2020June 22, 2020Posted inHalfDayTags:PrimaryLeave a comment on Head on a summer Stroll

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