Getting outside in winter is a non negotiable for healthy, happy children - until you’re met with a shivering child and a chorus of complaints. We get it—you want them to enjoy the fresh air and play but keeping them warm and happy while they explore can be a real challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve got some simple tips to make layering easier (with some suggestions for you adults as well - if we’re honest, sometimes it’s us complaining first!)!
Read MoreNature-Inspired Gifts For Little Explorers!
From woodland explorers to train-obsessed toddlers, we've rounded up nature-inspired gifts that work just as well indoors as they do out in the garden or on woodland walks. Perfect for sparking imagination wherever play takes them! Whether they're building construction empires, running their own coffee shop, or setting up a tortoise sanctuary in the doll's house, there's something for every little explorer aged 1-4.
Read MoreDiscover easy November activities for toddlers and children including DIY autumn lanterns, indoor and outdoor glow stick treasure hunts, a quiet firework-free Bonfire Night alternative. Perfect for families seeking gentle, engaging ways to celebrate the season as evenings grow darker. Includes free printable treasure hunt clues and step-by-step craft instructions suitable for children aged 18 months to 5 years.
Read MoreOur free downloadable 'Where Do You Explore?' I-Spy cards are great for when you're nipping to the shops, having a potter around the park, or enjoying a seaside jaunt, these cards gently focus children's attention on the world around them – precisely what we aim for in Forest School.
Read MoreSpring is here and Norfolk's beautiful outdoor spaces are calling us to visit! We've rounded up a selection of nature-based events for your little explorers this Easter season.
As the days stretch longer and daffodils nod their golden heads, it's the perfect time to head outdoors with your family. We’ve rounded up an overview of family adventures across our beautiful county, we hope that you get a chance to explore some of them!
Read MoreIf you're curious about Forest School, you're about to discover one of early education's most brilliant gems. Here at GroWild Kindergarten, we've seen countless children flourish in our woodland setting. Pop on your wellies and let's explore this wonderful approach that's taking Britain by storm.
Read MoreWinter brings its own quiet magic—like discovering tiny icicles, frozen puddles or frost-dusted spiderwebs on a morning walk, or the thrill of spotting a robin perched on a frosty branch. In this newsletter, we’re sharing practical tips, creative ideas and updates from GroWild to help your family embrace the season and keep little ones happy, cosy and inspired.
Read MoreAt GroWild, we believe the magic of Christmas should be both enchanting and environmentally thoughtful. That’s why we’ve created a gift guide for the little nature lovers in your life. Whether your child adores snuggling up with soft toys, exploring the wonders of nature, getting lost in stories, or building magical worlds with wooden toys, there’s something here for everyone.
Read MoreThroughout June, the Norfolk Wildlife Trust has been challenging everyone to do one wild thing every day. Here at GroWild, we embrace the wild every day, but how can you help your little ones with this challenge at home?
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