Find updates on play, learning, and the environment, from across the wider network in Scotland – and beyond.
Give wild bees a choice!
Solitary bee species are important pollinators, but what do they need? Read this article in The Conversation (1 March 2024) to discover more: Wild solitary bees offer a vital pollination service – but their nutritional needs aren’t understood
An environmental career pathway
Read how inspiring NTS intern Heather Graham says studying science was key to starting a career in the environment sector.
Celebrating Black leadership in the outdoors
February is Black History Month. To reflect this, the Children & Nature Network celebrate the legacy and power of Black leaders across the U.S. who help connect communities to the benefits of nature and increase equity in the outdoors. Among the many stories shared, read this article by CJ Goulding [...]
Glasgow forest school: ‘Children aren’t meant to be sitting at a desk all day’.
Children in Scotland have shared this article in The Herald (18th February 2024 - digital subscription may be required): Glasgow park: 'I feel full of adventure in forest school'.
Children’s Right to Play in Scots Law
Play Scotland report that the Children’s Right to Play was incorporated into Scots law on 16th January 2024. The full provisions will be enacted later in the year UNCRC Incorporation Scotland Act. See their latest report the STATE of PLAY in SCOTLAND 2023, which sets out the vision and current challenges.
Dressing for outdoor winter play
The Children & Nature Network have shared this handy winter layering basics infographic created by Outgrown. Learn how to layer up the whole family for winter outdoor fun and get your vitamin D (and vitamin N!).