S5 Episode 03: Nature Play for Young Children
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Knoch Knolls Nature Center Manager Angelique Harshman and Naturalist Barbara Vrchota talk about a new program for young children, Nature Playtime, and other ways for busy families to enjoy nature.
This episode is part of Series 5: Parks, Recreation and Health. For a list of ParkTalk episodes and series and to submit ideas and questions, visit https://www.napervilleparks.org/PODCASTS
Quote from the episode:
“We want to connect children to nature, and children learn by playing….and I think (the Nature Playtime program) is great, too for the parents. Our world is so fast-paced, and it helps you to slow down… enjoy being out in nature and just observe your child.” Angelique Harshman
For more information:
Here's a blog post with ideas for playing in nature and how it benefits you and your kids:
Learn more about Nature Playtime and how to register:
https://www.napervilleparks.org/upcomingevents/nature-playtime-3
View the Knoch Knolls Nature Center website for more activities, visiting hours, nature blog and more.
Check out a new map of nature spots to visit around the Chicagoland area here.