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23
Jul
2026 -
Why Outdoor Learning Should Be Part of Every Child’s Education
Could regular outdoor learning soon become part of every child’s school week? A new Outdoor Education Bill introduced in Parliament on 7 July 2026 has sparked an important national conversation […]
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Tag: nature
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08
Jul
2026 -
Why Childhood Needs More Trees and Fewer Screens
A Reflection from A Touch of the Wild At A Touch of the Wild, we spend our days watching children do what children have evolved to do for thousands of […]
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20
May
2026 -
What Makes Wild Tots So Special? A Parent’s Guide to Our Woodland Sessions
If you’ve ever wondered what happens at Wild Tots, you’re not alone. Many parents join us for the first time unsure of what to expect and quickly discover that woodland […]
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06
May
2026 -
Why Forest School Helps Children Build Confidence Naturally
Confidence in children doesn’t appear overnight. It grows slowly through exploration, challenge, independence and feeling capable in the world around them. At A Touch of the Wild, we see confidence […]
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22
Apr
2026 -
Recipe of the Month: Wild Garlic & Cheese Muffins
At A Touch of the Wild, our Wild Tots at Home families have been getting wonderfully creative in the kitchen, bringing a little bit of the woodland indoors! This month’s […]
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19
Feb
2026 -
Why Forest School Matters: New Research and Voices on Outdoor Learning in 2026
Forest School and outdoor learning have been part of early years education in the UK for decades, but now more than ever, new research and educational conversations are shining a […]
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12
Feb
2026 -
Wild About You: Celebrating Valentine’s Day the Forest School Way
Valentine’s Day is often associated with cards, chocolates and shop-bought gifts, but at A Touch of the Wild, we believe the most meaningful expressions of love are found outdoors, muddy […]
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02
Dec
2025 -
🎄Forest-Inspired Festive Crafts to Make at Home
As the festive season rolls in, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle, but here at A Touch of the Wild, we love to slow things […]
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24
Oct
2025 -
Wreath Making in the Woods: Why Nature Crafts Are Good for Grown-Ups Too
Amid the hustle of everyday life, it’s easy to forget that grown-ups need time in nature too. That’s why we’re inviting you to step into the woods this season for […]
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10
Oct
2025 -
How Autumn Builds Skills: What Children Learn in the Woods This Season
As the forest shifts into its most colourful season, something magical happens, not just in the trees and leaves, but in the children exploring them. Autumn in the woods isn’t […]
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