Nature toys

Let's be honest. As much as you'd like your kids to go outside all the time, they probably don't. Unless they're in some sort of fantastic forest kindergarten or you live freely on a farm

We've been always admiring the rustic look of Waldorf building blocks, and here is my DIY tutorial on how to build a set of nature blocks for your children.

These handmade trees are perfect for building forests and cities and reimagining fairy tales. This set of hand-made wooden trees will be a wonderful addition to any nature table or play space and fit perfectly into any Montessori playtime! They are fun and colorful seasons! The set includes 4 trees & 2 bushes. Each tree comes in 2 parts, the largest tree comes in 3. CARE: Can wash with soapy water and a damp cloth Dry immediately Do not submerge in water Do not use disinfectant or hot water

Do your kids like collecting rocks, branches and moss? These awesome nature finds can be turned into fun DIY toys!

I recently gave Otto this stacking toy (a.) and for Christmas he received this first lacing toy (j.). When I touch them, they feel so organic and humble. No flashing lights, no sophisticated design. Just some beautifully cut, all natural, textured timber. While I love wooden toys, these with just a enough bark on them, are my favourite. The young child can easily relate them to the trees in the woods, the branches on the forest floor. No paint and only a little sanding. Each piece feels…

Fine motor skills activities (ones that build up the small muscles in hands, thumbs and fingers) are essential for learning to write. They are also important for other tasks such as using a knife a…

Connecting with nature as a young kid brings out some of the most imaginative and tactile experiences the world has to offer. Each one of us can think back on a