Firstly we had an important conversation about how we can care for our environment and improve sustainability by not throwing things away that we can re-use. Students then went on a nature walk on the Oval searching for ‘natural treasures’ to collect to construct their own weaving frames. Students also collected different types of leaves to make necklaces with. Thank you to Cameron from Nature Play SA for guiding us through this creative and engaging experience.
Why is nature play important?
Nature Play is important for the cognitive, physical, social and emotional development of Early Learners. Outdoor play has important benefits for developing children’s gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination and appreciation for their environment. Playing in the natural environment stimulates creativity, initiative, confidence and problem solving skills. Time spent in nature also increases concentration and cognitive skills, along with added benefits to physical health, personal and social wellbeing.
