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Nature Play

Nature Play

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 NATURE PLAY

Kids and adults alike are naturally curious about the environment around them. It is proven that there are TONS of benefits of kiddos being outdoors. Nature play; builds confidence, promotes creativity and imagination, gets kids moving, reduces stress and anxiety, promotes responsibility and stewardship for our earth! Here at YB, we include ‘nature play’ in our daily routine, rain or shine, in most temperature (-30 is where we draw the line). We have created some fun nature activities for you and your family. If you are looking for more nature fun, go to our SHOP for more topic-based activities!

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Pumpkin Inquiry

Take a closer look at the inner workings of a pumpkin! What other questions will you come up with?

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Leaf Study

Leaves are fascinating. We know that they change their colours as the seasons change, but what else can you find when you take a closer look at a leaf? Can you find interesting patterns?

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Tail Tag + Obstacle Course

Running around outside and playing tag are easy to do - but why not spice it up with a little challenge? Try out a tag game with a tail and create, build and try out your very own obstacle course! You’ll have your neighbourhood friends in your yard in no time!

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Loose Leaves

You know when you look up into a sky full of clouds and you can see shapes and animals hidden in the formation of clouds? Have you ever thought that you could do the same with leaves? Have some fun collecting leaves as loose parts and creating your very own picture with them.

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Rock Painting

Sometimes, we don’t have paper or canvas around us. Nature is a great provider of materials that we can use - especially when it comes to finding a base for our paintings! Collect your favourite rocks and try your hand at hand painting them to your liking. Why not practice your numbers and letters while you’re at it?

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Nature Hunt

Have you ever purposely looked for specific things in nature? Have you ever noticed the details that each plant has, or the different shades of colours you can find? Have you ever noticed that not every part of the city has the same nature “materials”? This Nature Hunt is a fun way to recognize natural objects around you.

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