Find updates on play, learning, and the environment, from across the wider network in Scotland – and beyond.
Do we use the right words to reflect our nature and climate crises?
George Monbiot has shared a thought-provoking alternative vocabulary in a post on ‘natural language’. He argues current language can alienate us from our environment rather than connect us to nature.
Connecting young people to learning, and joy
Read this Children & Nature Network article (October 2024) which shares how an innovative outdoor programme in the USA is vital to children’s success in school and beyond. The big benefits of outdoor credit recovery programs
An inclusive approach to nature
The Visionaries are a UK-wide network of educators strengthening our collective efforts to put nature at the heart of young people's lives. As an ecosystem they convene and train educators to learn and grow their practice together, through experiential training, collaborative events and gatherings, and providing thought leadership. Here's their [...]
SSAAR at University of Edinburgh Freshers’ Week
Read how Saving Scotland's Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAAR) get to know students in the pub and share their work.
Young people’s petition for better climate change education
A new petition from UNESCO is currently gathering signatures from youth to send to their governments on the need for climate education to adapt. It calls for a seismic shift to mobilise the true potential of climate change education.
Juliet Robertson: Trailblazer for outdoor learning & play
Read this Children & Nature Network feature (September 2024) about a truly inspirational person. This post shares useful links to the many valuable and practical outdoor play and learning resources developed by Juliet Robertson.