Help your child connect with nature, learn new skills, be adventurous and most of all have fun, with books from The Forest School.

The Forest School ethos of nature-based play and learning that encourages children to develop confidence, self-esteem and emotional intelligence is exactly what’s needed in an era when childhood problems such as obesity and anxiety are on the rise. Woven through the year are stories from the authors’ own Forest School classes, as they make a passionate case for the importance of ensuring children’s access to nature and the incredible benefits they gain from being outside, even in the heart of a city.

While the books are aimed at parents and carers, who are encouraged to guide the play, the activity instructions are written in a simple style so that children can read them too, and the illustrations are also intended to be enjoyed by children.

With a fun, child friendly design, these books offer an immersive experience for all the family and friends. The books are designed to be robust enough to withstand outdoor handling while also being attractive as a gift for ‘green’ parents, with charming illustrations and a retro design that together create a magical feel and chime with the ‘back-to-nature’ content.

The books in the collection include;

Play the Forest School Way

The first book in the collection introduces parents and carers to the philosophy of nature-based play, encouraging children to develop confidence and self-esteem through playing outside.

Forest School Wild Play

Crafts, games and survival activities themed around the elements of earth, air, fire and water.

A Year of Forest School

More games, crafts and activities to develop skill-building and creativity using the seasons throughout the year.

Forest School Activity Cards

A deck of 48 cards, each suggesting fun things to do outdoors, grouped into four themes of Team Games, Survival Skills, Nature Spotlight and Forest Craft.

You can find out more about the Forest School at www.theforestschoolway.com