Play and practice

Ideas, activities and hands-on guidance for getting children mucky — in gardens, playgrounds and the wild corners in between. Practical dirty play for parents, carers and early years settings.

The Magic of Mud: Why Getting Dirty is Great for Your Child’s Health

Remember when playing outside meant coming home covered from head to toe in dirt, with mud caked under your fingernails? […]

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We work with researchers, educators, parents, and policy-makers who want to bring children back into meaningful contact with the natural world. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.