Ngā mihi o te wā We hope distance learning is going well for you and your students and this newsletter supports you all with some practical learning from home ideas. This edition of Pitopito Kōrero is a reminder about the activities available on the DOC website to support learning from home and help you and your students to connect and enjoy nearby nature. Being in nature improves our health and wellbeing. Research shows that letting nature into our lives boosts our immune system and reduces stress and anxiety. As always, please don't hesitate to contact us if you require any advice or have any feedback about this newsletter or our resources. Mā te taiao, kia whakapakari tōu oranga. Let nature in, strengthen your wellbeing. Stay safe! Kia kaha! DOC Outreach and Education team Activity ideas and useful websitesDepartment of Conservation- Learning from home All the activities are linked to the Five Ways to Wellbeing -
Let Nature In with Benji 5 Things to do in your bubble – from the 50 Things to do in nature programme The best thing about this is that they’re all ideas for kids – from kids. We asked Kiwi kids to put together a list of things they loved to do in nature, and then from these ideas we created this magnificent (if we do say so ourselves) list. There are ideas for around your home, in your backyard, on your deck or balcony, and from window views. Check back weekly for more activities as the list grows. Toyota Kiwi Guardians backyard actions Check out the Toyota Kiwi Guardians Facebook page, where we promote different activities, giveaway prizes, and talk about nature with our Kiwi Guardian families. Grow a seed. Credit: A Studholme Share your learning from home in nature stories and ideas!We would love to hear your stories about what you are doing at home to connect with your nearby nature. Can you share with us how being in nature makes you feel? We will share these photos and stories to help inspire others to enjoy their local nature and look after their wellbeing. |