This week in Exploring Nature With Children is ‘Lichen Week’.
Here are some helpful links to help with your studies:
Please note that lichens are a very delicate structures so should always be collected responsibly.
Happy exploring!
This week in Exploring Nature With Children it is ‘Moss Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
This week in Exploring Nature With Children is ‘Fungus Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
It’s that time of the year, when I get to share some ideas for smashing presents for nature-loving children. I hope it helps to give you some ideas for nature-inspired gifts.
The guide is organised into the following categories: Home, Learn, Work, Play, Explore.
(We are a diverse bunch here at Raising Little Shoots, with readers from around the globe. Please note that some of the selections may not be available world-wide.)
Home
Owl table lamp from John Lewis
Perfect for a child’s room, these beautiful decals are from The Woodland Haven
Spend £50 & over, get £5.00 off using code 2018OFFER5OFF
Spend over £100 get £10 off using code OFFER10OFF100
For 15% off anything in the shop, use code NOVEMBER15
Be still my beating heart! Fairy House Kit by Wee World Construction
Krista has very kindly offered my readers 10% discount using the coupon code: NATUREKIDS
A lovely sandpit, many of which can be purchased with covers to keep the sand in good, clean condition.
A bug hotel from Briggs Bughouses
Learn
A beautiful nature journal from Twig and Moth
Alice has kindly offered my readers 25% off any order, using the code EXPLORE25 Valid until the 31st of December
Wooden sketching pencil from Tiny Minds
Use the coupon: NATURE23 for 10% off until Christmas.
A watercolour sketch pocket box from Winsor & Newton
A gorgeous book of North American birds? My Book Of Birds
And perhaps this beautiful birding journal from Tanglewood Hollow
Use code RLSXMAS for 15% off
This is a real favourite! The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer
Flower Press and Wild Flower Guide (UK) & (US)
Work
Bushcraft Knife Choice for Children and Young People by Barry Smith. This is a smashing article on choosing the correct knife.
Lil’Bellies have a wonderful ‘My First Pocket Knife‘
Their own quality tools encourage children to be diligent in their work. Gardening equipment from Myriad Online
And perhaps the ultimate gift: Their own greenhouse!
Stone Carving by Imagine Childhood
Play
Woodland Play Set by The WoodPecker Factory
Mini-beast Story Stones by My Story Stones Rock
Use code MSSR2018 for a 10% discount during November
The beautifully illustrated Bug Bingo
For your wee one who loves to pretend: Unicorn Dress up tutu from Little Angel Tutu Dress
Plant-dyed bean bags from Hortus Wild
Use the discount code: HOLIDAYS for 10% off your entire order for the month of November.
Skipping rope from woodforgeuk
Explore
A fabulous Explorer Backpack from Lil’ Bellies
Use code: HOLIDAYADVENTURES for a 15% discount.
A tent and the promise of an adventure! The family tent buying guide.
Red light torch for watching wildlife at night time
The 5 Best Telescopes for Kids – super article to help you chose your child’s first telescope.
Bring the night sky into your home by shining a flashlight through these coins towards your walls or ceiling. Wooden Constellation Coins by From Jennifer
Moon Globe by Imagine Childhood
Constellations Memory Game by Imagine Childhood
A gorgeous moon phases poster by The Far Woods
A Nature Magazine Subscription:
Annual Pass for a local aquarium, park, or wildlife centre.
I do hope that this list gives you some inspiration for Christmas gifts for your wee nature sprites.
Happy exploring and a Merry Christmas!
Dull November brings the blast,
Then the leaves are whirling fast.
Sara Coleridge
This week in Exploring Nature With Children is ‘Pumpkin Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
This week in Exploring Nature With Children is ‘Autumn Tree Study Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
This week in Exploring Nature With Children is ‘Autumn Pond Study Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
This week in Exploring Nature With Children, is ‘Autumn Leaves Week’.
Here are some helpful links to get you going:
Happy exploring!
