NRM Education is the Natural Resources Adelaide and Mt Lofty Ranges education program that works with school and preschool communities to embed sustainability principles into their learning and management practices, linking them to the Australian Curriculum. Some of their areas of interest include Food Gardensplants and animals (teacher packs and ID charts), climate changewaste, and youth voice.

Other NRM Boards across South Australia that offer education resources include the South East NRM BoardSA Murray Darling Basin NRM Board,  SA Arid LandsNorthern and Yorke NRMKangaroo Island, and Eyre Peninsula.

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National Parks and Wildlife Service SA National Parks offer a unique and engaging learning experience for all ages. Find information for teaching and learning across South Australia as well as a Junior Ranger Program with some great nature resources for 8-14 year olds.

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Selecting a qualified designer or builder that suits your educational context will ensure you have a long-lasting playspace that meets the needs of your school community. This list includes individuals and organisations that understand the principles behind engaging natural playspaces, how to design or build them while meeting the compliance requirements of Australian Standards.

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Mask making is an ideal activity to stimulate creativity and imagination at your child’s birthday celebration or other special event. This download includes ideas for getting started,  suggested list of materials and two stencils to work from.

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Herbs are a great way to get your family into gardening as they are easy to grow and can be used in many different ways. In this download you can discover a selection of herbs that can be grown in pots, raised garden beds or other nooks in your garden. You’ll also find tips for cooking and eating, playing and creating, along with handy maintenance advice. Special thanks to gardening expert Monina Gilbey for her expertise in tasty green things! (Remember, as a member, these downloads are for your family to enjoy, and if you like them please encourage your friends to join!).

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A child’s imagination knows no bounds and Story Stones are a wonderful invitation for children to create their own joyous world. Discover how your children can prepare their own collection of unique story stones in this inspiring download – special thanks to Xan Holyoak and her family for compiling such a beautiful activity. (Remember, as a member, these downloads are for your family to enjoy, and if you like them please encourage your friends to join!).

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