Time in nature is good for you and your family’s well-being. Going outdoors can increase enthusiasm and focus as well as enhance creativity, problem solving and critical thinking.
Climbing a tree
Image: Liz Carlson | ©
Hunt for ngārara/insects:
Be sure to replace rocks gently!
You could try to:
Float a leaf boat on your local awa/river or a nearby stream. You could even do this in a bucket or your sink. There are so many fun 'boats' to try. You could:
Feel the wind with Tāwhiri-mātea. You could:
Experience the exhilaration of rain. You could:
There are also plenty of other ways you can get moving in nature.
Nature crowns
Image: Pearl Freemantle | DOC
Create a posy, crown, ‘ei Katu, tīpare/flax headband or wreath.
Which one will you make? You could make:
Hunt out a new place to discover nature. This could be:
What did you enjoy most about your new special place?
Who would you like to take next time to explore with you?