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The Nature of Play: A Handbook of Nature-Based Activities for all Seasons

The Nature of Play: A Handbook of Nature-Based Activities for all Seasons

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Fanny & Alexander Suggesting an antidote to our era of ever-present screens and passive play, The Nature of Play, offers simple, seasonal activities encouraging children (and the adults who love them) to play with and among nature – whether they live among skyscrapers or fields. The Nature of Play is packed with plentiful ideas for simple, fascinating seasonal ideas for nature-based play all year long, from long-beloved rainy day games to intrepid outdoor adventures, including: – Learning how to find your way using nature’s signs – Cooking delicious food over a fire you’ve carefully built – Weaving a timeless basket – Hosting a special summertime party – Tuning up your bike …as well as nature guides, recipes and poems to take celebrate the turning of the seasons, and conversations with extraordinary people. From the pure joy of flying a homemade kite to the nocturnal magic of stargazing, this is a book for children and adultsPerfect for ages 8+, readers are invited to explore, learn, and play in harmony with nature—no matter what season we’re in!

Filled with bespoke crafts and seasonal activities for readers young and old,
The Nature of Play is the perfect resource for exploring and engaging with nature and your creative side—whether you’re at home, in your backyard, or a local park.

Discover seasonal recipes, hands-on projects, and detailed guides to plants and animals, including:

  • How to find your way using nature's signs
  • How to create a leaf mask
  • How to stargaze and discover solar constellations
  • How to create seasonal mobiles that celebrate the seasons
  • How to plant a terrarium, and so much more!


The perfect book for families, forest schools, educators, and anyone looking to connect with the outdoors,
The Nature of Play inspires curiosity and hands-on learning, making it easy to enjoy and appreciate nature—wherever you are, all year round.

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