How Nature Play Supports Children’s Mental Health | Forest School Devon

12 May 2025: How Nature Play Supports Mental Health in Kids (and Grown-Ups!)

In today’s busy, screen-filled world, children (and their grown-ups) are spending less time outdoors than ever before. Yet nature is one of the most effective, proven tools for supporting mental […]
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18 Mar 2025: Hop Into Spring: Join Us for an Easter Adventure in the Woods! 🌿🐣

An Egg-citing Easter Event for Families in Devon Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner! If you’re looking for a fun-filled family Easter event in […]
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25 Feb 2025: How to Dress for Forest School in Winter – A Parent’s Guide

Winter might bring chilly mornings, muddy puddles, and the occasional frosty adventure, but that doesn’t stop the fun at A Touch of the Wild! With the right clothing, children can […]
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21 Feb 2025: Get Ready for a Season of Adventure – Join Wild Tots for the Second Half of Term!

The days are slowly getting longer, the first green shoots are peeking through the woodland floor, and the air is filled with the promise of spring. But before the flowers […]
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29 Jan 2025: Nature-Inspired Valentine’s Crafts: Creative Ideas for Families to Spread the Love Outdoors

IntroductionValentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to craft something meaningful with your little ones while embracing the beauty of nature. At A Touch of […]
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23 Jan 2025: Join the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025: A Fun Family Nature Activity

This weekend, nature lovers across the UK will come together for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 (24th-26th January). It’s the perfect chance to enjoy family time outdoors, learn about local wildlife, […]
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21 Dec 2024: Vegan Gingerbread Cookies: Perfect for Home or Campfire Adventures

There’s something special about making gingerbread cookies during the festive season and even more so when you can choose between baking them at home or cooking them outdoors over a […]
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11 Dec 2024: A Rustic Wreath-Making Workshop in Devon: A Touch of the Wild Recap

In the heart of the Devonshire woodland, our recent wreath-making workshop for adults brought creativity, festive spirit, and nature together in a truly unique event. Set against a backdrop of […]
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25 Nov 2024: Recipe of the Month: Toasted Seeds with Soy Sauce

This Wild Tots classic is just as fun to make at home as it is over a campfire. With just three ingredients, it’s the perfect crunchy snack or topping that […]
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21 Nov 2024: Craft a Cardboard Hedgehog with Woodland Treasures

At Wildlings Forest Kindergarten, we love turning simple materials into something magical. One of our favourite recent crafts has been creating hedgehogs using cardboard, string, and nature’s very own treasures. […]
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