Although much has changed over the years, kindergarten’s connection to nature is as strong as ever – and it’s never been more important that our children grow up feeling a sense of connection to, and respect for, the natural world around them, it is important at a sociological level, too. The word Kindergarten – German […]

In Kidsfirst’s Big Backyards, it doesn’t matter what the weather looks like – tamariki learn so much about the natural world by experiencing the changing seasons – and kindergarten is the perfect place to do it. It’s tough for young tamariki to get cooped up inside – they get so much out of the great outdoors, […]