What's in a Name? Forest School, Nature Play or Bush Kindy? Insights from Amanda England
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Send us Fan Mail Can a name shape the way we connect with nature through education? On this episode of Raising Wildlings, we are joined by the insightful (and soon-to-be Dr) Amanda England, as we unpack the nuances behind terms such "Forest School," "Nature Play," and "Bush Kinder," and discuss how these names reflect the unique environments and philosophies they represent. Amanda shares her rich experiences from Europe, offering a global perspective on how these programs are practiced diffe...
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