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Below is a selection of educational posts about Early Years learning through Art and some free Art and Craft ideas for toddlers and pre-school children.
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What is a Children's Activity Franchise?
Like the rest of the industry we rely on Franchisees to deliver our classes but what is a franchise?
Nature Makers
Jul 17, 2023
How Does Nature Makers Support My Childās Development?
Children learn best through play and through immersion. Our classes are carefully planned to ensure children are learning through having fun
Nature Makers
Jun 20, 2023
5 Mindfulness in nature ideas for your children
Mindfulness is something that can be practised and taught from a very young age. Here are some ideas to help your children be more mindful.
Nature Makers
May 18, 2023
Make nature bunting for the King's Coronation!
We love this simple nature art bunting idea to create with your children for the Coronation.
Nature Makers
Apr 26, 2023
What are the different types of outdoor education available for children within the UK?
This article is designed to help you navigate the outdoor education world in the UK and decide what type of class is right for your family.
Nature Makers
Feb 16, 2023
Thinking of leaving Teaching for a new career? Hear Katherine's story of doing that & joining us.
If you are thinking of leaving teaching for a new career but want to continue using your skills then read about Katherine's experience here.
Nature Makers
Jan 12, 2023
Make an eco-friendly Natural Mini-Wreath for Christmas
Hang up these mini-wreaths on walls, fridges or doors inside, to bring an extra festive scent of pine and conifer!
Nature Makers
Dec 7, 2022
Plastic free toy ideas for Christmas
Buying plastic-free gifts for children can be a challenge when there is a giant toy industry over-saturated in plastic toys, and with TV...
Nature Makers
Nov 29, 2022
Recycled Newspaper Stars for eco-friendly and creative decorating this Christmas
Decorating our homes at Christmas is a lovely thing to do to make it look cosy, bright and cheerful! Here's how to make simple Recycled...
Nature Makers
Nov 22, 2022
5 ideas of things that you can do with children over the Summer holidays in your garden
The Summer holidays start and you might be filled with equal parts excitement and worry! The children are off school so we can all play...
Nature Makers
Aug 3, 2022
Taste safe Play Dough for sensory exploration
Play dough is a child hood staple and one that can be played with at any time in the year, but we really love mixing it up in the Winter...
Nature Makers
Jun 13, 2022
How to do Kid-Friendly Climate Action
It can be difficult to explain to our kids about the climate crisis. Here are a few ways to encourage eco-friendly behaviour and discuss it
Nature Makers
May 25, 2022
Evergreen Children's Art Activity
This festive season, have a go at making your own Evergreen Christmas Tree Weaving. This activity is great for encouraging fine-motor skills
Nature Makers
Nov 29, 2021
Download our Advent Calendar for Christmas
Download our Free Advent Calendar for families to enjoy lots of nature tasks, art activities, mindfulness practice and family fun too!
Nature Makers
Nov 22, 2021
Exploring mushrooms with children
Discover the wonderful world of mushrooms with children through some facts, mushroom spotting and creating mushroom art.
Nature Makers
Nov 11, 2021
Have Nature Makers at your festival or event
As the leading provider of Nature Art classes for children and families in the UK, Nature Makers have found that our offering and skill...
Nature Makers
Nov 1, 2021
Nature Art - what is it and why should you be doing it with your children?
An introduction to Nature Art and it's benefits for children.
Creating art about nature, with nature and/or in nature
Nature Makers
Sep 16, 2021
5 things to do when when parenting feels like a thankless job by Dr Rachel Dunn (Guest Blog)
Dr Rachel Dunn reassures parents who are feeling taken for granted & provides ideas of ways to reconnect with the parent they want to become
Nature Makers
Jun 28, 2021
Book Review - If You Go Down to the Woods Today - Brown Bear Wood by Rachel Piercey & Freya Hartas
Book review of If You Go Down to the Woods Today - Brown Bear Wood by Rachel Piercey & Freya Hartas. From Magic Cat Publishing.
Nature Makers
May 7, 2021
Ways to celebrate Earth Day as a family
With Earth Day coming up and a week full of activities planned in our Nature Art classes then we thought we would share some ideas of...
Nature Makers
Apr 6, 2021
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