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Bug Explorers in the Forest
Nearby, another child watched intently. He expresses his desire to hold a pill bug, too. We worked together to gently scoop one up, placing it softly on his palm. “Whoa! He scared me with all his feet up in the air!” he gasped, taking a step back and dropping the bug as it crawled away.

Kara Rafuse
May 162 min read


Wondering About Risky Play?
Risky play makes some parents worried, I am one such parent, so I understand. It took me a long time, and a lot of training, to be...
Vanessa Pearson
Sep 14, 20162 min read


Wondering about the benefits of Forest School?
Here is a short list from Forest School Canada: Improves health (environmental, physical, emotional, mental) Develops of fine and gross...
Vanessa Pearson
Mar 19, 20161 min read
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