Gardening is a fabulous way for children to learn languages, particularly in our case English and German. It combines hands-on activities with the natural environment, making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. If you follow me on Instagram you would have seen various reels over the past couple of years showing our vegetable gardening and…
Outdoor Learning
Unveiling Our Pack Pony Training – The Basics
Introduction Greetings, fellow equine and hiking enthusiasts and aspiring pack pony adventurers! Firstly, let me introduce myself. I am Rachel, and this is my 5-year-old home-bred Haflinger Avalon Aces. Avalon was unfortunately born with an umbilical hernia (nabelbruch) and has been operated on four times. Each time, the connective tissue (bindegewebe) decided even after 4-5…
Exploring Nature’s Vocabulary: A Walk in the Forest
Introduction Welcome, nature-loving families! Today, we are going on a delightful journey through the forest , not just to revel in the beauty of nature but to unlock the wonders of language learning. What is our focus? Enriching your children’s vocabulary in either English or German (or any other language that you may be focussing…
Five Christmas Outdoor Language Learning Activities
Introduction Christmas is a wonderful time to engage in outdoor activities that also promote language learning. By incorporating fun and educational experiences, children and families can expand their language skills while enjoying the festive season. Here are five engaging outdoor language learning activities to try during the Christmas season. Christmas Scavenger Hunt Create a Christmas-themed…
How to Create an Outdoor Language Learning Routine
I am extremely passionate about outdoor language learning purely as it helped our family’s bilingual journey so much. The benefits of outdoor learning for you and your child definitely outweigh the disadvantages. Taking that into consideration, have a little read about creating an outdoor language learning routine to help with your family’s language learning journey….
How To Learn a Language Using The Charlotte Mason Approach
The Charlotte Mason approach to learning languages is an effective and engaging method that emphasises immersion, real-life experiences, and the use of living books. This unique approach not only helps learners develop a deep understanding of the language but also fosters a love for the culture and history associated with it. If you think about…
Outdoor Language Learning for Children: Fun and Effective Ways to Learn
Outdoor Language Learning for Children: Fun and Effective Ways to Learn Language learning does not need to be a daunting task. Make it fun and exciting, especially for children. You can do that by incorporating outdoor activities into their language learning journey. In this blog post, we will explore some fun and engaging ways for…
Using Adventures for Language Learning
Using Adventures for Language Learning First things first! This blog post contains affiliate links from Amazon . If you use them, I might be rewarded credit or a commission of the sale (at no extra cost to you). Please note that I only recommend items that I personally use and love and I always have…
Outdoor Learning; Why Learn Languages in Nature
Why Learn Languages in Nature Why indeed, well let’s get straight to it! Language learning needs to be fun for children to really get excited about it. While traditional methods of language learning, such as textbooks and language classes are effective, nature opens up so many other learning opportunities and creates a completely different learning…
Spring Foraging – Nettles
Spring Foraging Nettles Spring has finally arrived, and so have budding leaves, bird song and new nettle leaves! Nettles are one of the first items that come to life in spring that can easily be foraged with children as long as they are wearing gloves! Please do not forget some simple foraging rules before you…
