Scooters are all the rage at the moment from young children all the way up to teenagers and they are an excellent way to get kids more active. If you’re wondering about the best scooters for toddlers and young kids then I hope this guide will give you some ideas and starting points to find … Read more
If you have the garden space a climbing frame is a great investment. Kids just love to climb and explore their limits. Safety precautions must always be at the forefront of your mind when buying and investing though, so here are the best climbing frames I’ve found on the market, and updated in 2022, for … Read more
Getting yourself outside is often a big issue let alone the kids when you have a baby so if you’re hoping to get active more or just enjoy the countryside, getting the best all terrain stroller or jogging pushchair is going to be a big help. There’s nothing worse than struggling with your stroller when … Read more
When I first started looking at the many fitness trackers kids might enjoy a few years ago I had no idea that they would become a big thing. My kids were young teens and there was not anything suitable for them that didn’t focus on more adult themes. Many people have also asked me whether … Read more
If you’ve been looking to get your child a scooter or if they have been asking for one you’ve no doubt come across a number of different kinds of scooters in the stores and online and wondering what on earth is the right one to get! This article should hopefully help you to determine not … Read more
Feeding ducks is one of those traditional activities we like to do with kids and let’s face it – they really enjoy doing it. I remember as a kid myself getting to take the end of a loaf of bread to a pond and feeding it to the ducks, geese and swans near us. In … Read more
For kids with a new microscope to play with or just parents who want to encourage some more scientific play you might be wondering about some ideas on what to look at with it. So with that in mind I have compiled a list of 20 nature inspired things that you can collect and spend … Read more
Rock pooling is a great nature activity that can be done year round with the kids. It’s like the pond dipping equivalent for the coast! Contents1 What is rock pooling?2 What can you find in rock pools?3 How to find rock pools4 Tips for rock pooling5 What equipment do you need for rock pooling? … Read more
Having some space in the garden to turn in to a play are for your kids is one way to really make sure you get them outside more. Over the years we’ve had various gardens with either not a lot in them for the kids and with some dedicated space and I can definitely say … Read more
Weather sayings, rhymes and lore can be really fun for kids (and adults to learn about. Include some of these as part of nature journalling or as part of making a weather diary for some interesting talks about how people predict weather and if they can be relied upon. I’m in the UK and these … Read more