15 Minutes Out in the Garden

No instructions necessary - just take off your shoes and socks and feel the earth under your feet - great for the mind, body and soul

When they're small, stillness is a skill - active listening can help in lots of other areas too

What do they need to survive, what are they like today, have they changed since the last time you looked?

Discover what mini beasts are hiding on your next walk with this handy guide to download

Just take a few empty egg cartons into the garden and explore

Take favourite toys outdoors and have a tea party

Search for webs around your garden- in nooks and crannies

Let the kids engage all their senses as they find their way, guessing what is around them from touch, smell and sound.

Put together an outdoor play box for the children to use when outside- old buckets, spades, trowels, paintbrushes, spoons, toys, sponges, unused containers or plastic bottles.

Kids love to get their hands dirty making pud pies or exploring new recipies for nature potions

The simplest acts can be the best of fun - connect with the wildlife on your doorstep. Put food out for the birds or make this simple apple bird feeder.

Sit and watch the birds visiting your garden or green space. Use the handy spotter to I.D. them too.

Go on a short scent trail in your garden or nearby green space

Use a plant ID app to explore a new plant together, like PlantNet Plant Identification.

Use stuff from the recycling bin to get in a spot of gardening with the kids. Check out the link to get started.