Bring The Outside In

With stunning photography and expert step-by-step tips, Bring The Outside In reveals everything you need to know to help... (more)

With stunning photography and expert step-by-step tips, Bring The Outside In reveals everything you need to know to help your plants thrive, from dramatic statement foliage and miniature citrus trees to table-top terrariums and hanging planters. With chapters on orchids, cacti, herb gardens and chilli plants, your home will be flourishing in no time. -- Publisher. (less)

The National Quality Standard requires services to develop children's understanding of the natural world, and to share a... (more)

The National Quality Standard requires services to develop children's understanding of the natural world, and to share and celebrate this growing understanding. The Early Years Learning Framework and My Time, Our Place emphasises the need for educators to support children to become socially responsible and to show respect for the environment. When we bring the outside in, children are provided with more connections with nature, and their educators are given additional opportunities for intentional teaching about the environment. This video: Outlines regulatory requirements Identifies links to NQS Looks at ways to include natural elements indoors Shares inspirational examples Discusses educators' practices Educators will feel confident they know how to bring the outside in, and how to include families and the community in this process. (less)