Learning with nature means not just learning in or about nature, but learning in an environment where the natural world becomes another teacher. Good teachers of course help their students learn facts and ways of thinking, but they also inspire. They make us feel something so strongly we are sparked to create. One way nature inspires is through […]
Young children are always at play. Their minds and bodies are wired to explore their world, no matter the location or context. In and around the home, where they feel comfortable and safe, a child can let their mind wander and follow playful, curious paths. One way we, as adults, can support them is with […]
If you are looking for unique Hanukkah or Christmas gift inspiration for the little builders in your life, you’ve come to the right place! Guidecraft has created several lines of open-ended building toy sets for boys and girls ages 2 and up which draw inspiration from nature and the world around us, teach basic STEM principles, […]
The world is a naturally playful place. Children don’t need to be in a playroom or at a park to explore playfully. In fact, they’re often playing when we don’t have time, and when it definitely doesn’t go along with our adult agenda. This is because children will find the inherent playfulness of all materials […]
