Resource Hub

Expand your knowledge and foster learning through nature with our free resources

As we look to a brighter future, it is important to recognise that teaching and learning in natural spaces has significant mental health and wellbeing benefits.

To support you in providing the best learning environment possible, we’ve developed a range of resources that incorporate the Australian Curriculum and Early Years Learning Framework.

2023-2024 Impact Report

Our impact and reach this year has been vast. We know there is much more to do, and we look forward to building on the…

Reports
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Why Sheet: The Benefits of Nature Play

Spending time in nature is part of a “balanced diet” of childhood experiences that promote children’s healthy development, well-being, and positive environmental attitudes and values….

Why Sheets, Info Sheets
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Why Sheet: The Benefits of Risky Play

Research tells us risky outdoor play has diminished over time due to increasing concerns regarding child safety and an emphasis on injury prevention. This Why…

Why Sheets, Info Sheets
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Why Sheet: The Benefits of Barefoot Play and All-Weather Play

Research shows that playing outdoors in different seasons and weather offers many benefits for children’s development and wellbeing. This Why Sheet, written for educators to share…

Why Sheets, Info Sheets
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Why Sheet: The Benefits of Sensory Play

Schools and early learning centres have a vital role to play in providing opportunities for children to experience time in nature, healthy risk taking, rich…

Why Sheets, Info Sheets
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Learning Outdoors – Benefits & Risks

Rich play and learning opportunities need to be influenced by considered design, planning and construction and by the pedagogy and risk/benefit philosophy of educators. This…

Guides
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Sensory Play in the Family Daycare Setting

Sensory play incorporates any activity that stimulates a child’s senses; touch, taste, sight, hearing and smell, as well as anything that involves movement and balance….

Early Years, Info Sheets
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Outdoor Lesson Framework

This framework will help you establish routines, boundaries and expectations in a fun and simple way.

Early Years, Info Sheets, Lesson Plans, Primary Years
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Go Wild with Nature Play SA – Resource cards

A series of nature and wild space inspiration cards to print off and use with your class. These activities can be completed in any education…

Card Sets, Early Years, Primary Years
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Go Wild with Nature Play SA – Calendar
Go Wild Activity Calendar

This calendar is a 30-day challenge that supports the use of the Go Wild Activity Cards.

Card Sets, Early Years, Primary Years
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Our Partners

Green Adelaide

Green Adelaide is a South Australian Government supported organisation that is working towards a vision of a cooler, greener, wilder and climate-resilient metropolitan South Australia. The Green Adelaide area spans from the hills to the sea, encompassing 17 metropolitan council areas and about 1.3 million South Australians. Nature Play SA is funded by Green Adelaide and contributes to Adelaide National Park City.

Our Partners

Department for Education

The Department for Education aims to ensure South Australia’s public education system can unlock every child’s potential now and in the future. Educators and staff work in partnership with families and communities to empower all children and young people with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities they need to become fulfilled individuals, active, compassionate citizens, and lifelong learners.

Our Partners

The Department for Environment and Water

The Department for Environment and Water aims to help South Australians conserve, sustain and prosper. Their work in managing, conserving, and sustaining our environment and cultural resources is vital for the wellbeing of all South Australians.

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