Back to School Engagement Tips for Parents
We have provided guidance on how to keep summertime learning loss from holding your child back as they enter the new school year, but there’s another phenomenon you will want to watch out for as back to school season kicks in. Your children are about to spend up to six hours a day in a […]
Family Outdoor Education Activities for All Four Seasons
Family Day was celebrated all over Canada in February. The national event recognizes the importance of families and family life to people and their communities. While it will have passed your province by the time you find this article, it’s important for households all over the country to maintain the spirit throughout the year. One way […]
How to Use Pumpkins to Teach Kids About Food Security
It’s October, and no matter where you may be in Canada, there are pumpkins everywhere. This curious looking cultivar of a squash plant currently lines the produce aisle of your local grocery store. They`re found on the porches of home fronts all over town. While your kids most likely associate the gourd with decorative carving […]
International Days to Inspire Outdoor Education (for Kids) this Autumn/Winter
This past September 16 was International Coastal Cleanup day, a global event started by Ocean Conservancy, a staunch supporter of marine stewardship across the planet. Many Canadian families used the event as inspiration to take the kids outside and partake in a beach cleanup, however, many missed out on the opportunity because they were not […]
Outdoor Learning Experiences for Kids with Disabilities
Here’s our list of outdoor learning experiences that introduces your child living with a disability to the great outdoors. Although your child may have mobility challenges, it should not keep your child from reaping the benefits of outdoor learning this summer, especially when you consider the positive impact it can have on over coming learning loss. […]
How to Prevent Your Children From Experiencing Learning Loss Over the Summer by Going Outdoors
Summer learning loss (also known as summer brain drain) is a very real thing. What is it? It is the loss of knowledge and academic skills over the course of summer vacation. The deficit in learning varies in degree across grade level, subject matter, and household income. Here are four ways how to prevent your children from experiencing learning loss this […]
How to Turn Your Community Garden into a Learning Garden Too
Outdoor learning experiences benefit the young and old alike, and when they are accessible, they can have a very positive impact on the local community. An urban garden provides that convenience and lets you get even more out of an already worthy project. Sure, there is the direct benefit of growing produce for food banks and farmers […]
Educational Activities for Kids on Autumn Weekends
The fall season has arrived and as the days get shorter and weather gets cooler activity ideas for kids become less abundant. The time of the year also marks your child’s month-in adjustment to a new grade in school. Autumn is certainly a transitional period that will shape their year to come. Every day counts and […]
Ideas for Learning Vacations for Families with Children
image: travelwithkids.tv School is officially out for the summer and you’re planning your family vacation for the months ahead. As a family immersing your child in outdoor learning experiences for the season you are also looking to get the most out of your big trip. Taking a fun, adventurous and educational escape can be one of the most […]
Outdoor Learning Experiences for Kids this Spring Season
Many parents and guardians get their kids involved in outdoor activities during spring break, yet retreat indoors when schedules return to normal. It’s important to realize that your children respond well to stimuli in the outside environment, especially when involved in an engaging activity. Thus, learning during the entire spring season shouldn’t cease from the […]