Not all children are enthusiastic when told they are going on a walk, however ‘Wild Tracking’ as seen in ‘Nature’s Playground’ by Fiona Danks and Jo Schofield is a game that not only keep kids entertained when out walking but it enhances so many other emotions, it allows creativity as they make their markers in the ground from sticks and twigs, it helps build up team work and social skills by hiding together and tracking each other down. It connects children to nature in a direct way that allows them to get dirty and listen for different sounds.

It is the perfect game to play in woodland, where there are lots of trees to hide behind! Fiona and Jo have created the perfect code to follow, ranging from arrow messages to ‘we’ve gone home’ messages.

It is a game that is crossed between Hansel and Gretel’s bread crumb trail and a nature inspired hide and seek!

Happy adventuring!

This delightful illustrated book is a guide to introducing children to the great outdoors through fun activities in nature. Designed for use by families, carers, play workers and teachers, the book sets out guidelines for safe and engaging play outdoors, with useful tips on how to hold children’s attention on longer excursions. The book is divided into seasons, with activities appropriate to each. for example, in spring, children can explore aquatic life in ponds and streams, collect material to make birds’ nests or look out for growing bulbs; in autumn they can collect berries or make collages with fallen leaves. Throughout the book, the emphasis is on helping children gain an appreciation of nature’s patterns, giving them confidence in the outdoor environment in a way that is educational, safe and, above all, fun.
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