Nature-connected parenting – that is what Nicolette Sowder refers to on her website. I love this poem she wrote about family in nature. It is a wonderful journey for parents and children, calling them back to enjoying nature together.
Walking together in nature as a family is a wonderful, bonding activity. Is there a park in your community or a field or a garden? Perhaps you may have to drive a distance. No matter how small the green area is, it will serve the purpose.
When in nature, take your time and encourage your children to slow down. Look at all there is from the sky down to the earth and when available, even below the earth. Talk to your children about what you see and what they see. Soak the beauty in. And breathe!
Children will be amazed as they walk, as they always walk in wonder and awe, as this poem says. Allow your children to revel in the awe that nature brings.
Again, there should be no rush. You are spending very important quality time with your family and building precious memories that your children will always remember.
At Mrs. Sowder’s website, https://wilderchild.com/, she provides a lot of recommendations for parents on ways to incorporate nature into your family’s schedule and to encourage children to spend more time outside. She also includes her own blog with helpful articles such as Handmade Gifts from Nature, Lunar Phases, and The Slow Down-Look Up Challenge. I think you will truly enjoy her website.
