Syd's Nature Kids

Syd's Nature Kids Hi, I'm Sydney- early childhood educator and nature play advocate! Nature is our greatest teacher!
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My heart behind this page is to inspire and encourage parents to get outside more and trust the process of play.

As we enter Thanksgiving week, I’ve been feeling especially grateful and wanted to share a few reflections with you all....
11/23/2025

As we enter Thanksgiving week, I’ve been feeling especially grateful and wanted to share a few reflections with you all. This year has been full of reminders to me and my family of how beautifully the Lord moves—often quietly, gently, and right on time. It’s almost like sometimes we look up and it seems like everything has suddenly changed, but when we look back, we can see God was working all along.

Through this space, I’ve met some amazing mamas and the sweetest little ones. I’ve had the privilege of soaking in God’s incredible creation with all of you. There is so much to be learned from His natural design—how the seasons teach us patience and renewal, how the tiniest details reflect His intentionality, how creation itself invites us to slow down, breathe, and remember what truly matters.

I’m so grateful for this community, for every person who shares this journey, and for God’s perfect timing in bringing it all together. Thank you for being here, for the encouragement, and for the chance to witness His goodness in nature and in one another.

Wishing you a week filled with gratitude, wonder, and His gentle presence. 🍂✨

That’s a wrap on Syd’s Nature Kids — Fall Edition! 🍁Our final session was all about pumpkins! 🎃 The kiddos explored pump...
10/29/2025

That’s a wrap on Syd’s Nature Kids — Fall Edition! 🍁

Our final session was all about pumpkins! 🎃 The kiddos explored pumpkin textures, scooped out the gooey insides, learned how pumpkins grow from tiny seeds, and even went on a pumpkin hunt!

Through play and exploration, they strengthened fine motor skills, sensory awareness, language development, and curiosity about nature’s life cycles.

I’m so thankful for every family that joined us this season! Thank you from the bottom of my heart 🧡

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10/23/2025

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I don’t know who needs to hear this, but teaching your kids can be very simple.Society tells us that childhood needs to ...
10/23/2025

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but teaching your kids can be very simple.

Society tells us that childhood needs to be rigorous. That our kids need to be ahead of the curve or their behind. It pushes us to start pushing our little ones earlier and earlier.

I’m here to tell you it’s okay to push back on that.

Maria Montessori famously said “Play is the Work of Childhood.”

Let us not forget that the most powerful tool for teaching our children is PLAY. Our kids were made to run and explore and be curious. They were made to learn about the world by living in it - not sitting down doing seat work.

Over structuring has become the death of childhood. In a world where we are seeing more children on depression and anxiety medications than ever before...

Let’s not be victims to it. Let’s take back childhood.

Week 3 of Fall Nature Camp 🐿️🍂It was a gorgeous fall evening! We read a story about the life cycle of an acorn then set ...
10/22/2025

Week 3 of Fall Nature Camp 🐿️🍂

It was a gorgeous fall evening! We read a story about the life cycle of an acorn then set off to hunt for acorns! We brought them back and used them to roll in paint for a special creation 🎨

Fostering new language development, early science concepts, motor skills, sensory processing, creativity, and exploration! Creating schemes for these little ones to make future associations. 🧠

In an effort to be more present I barely took any pictures again! If you have any you want to share- post them in the comments - I love seeing your little ones explore 🧡

Week Two of Fall Nature Camp 🧡 Thankfully, we had much nicer weather last night, and it made for the perfect evening to ...
10/15/2025

Week Two of Fall Nature Camp 🧡

Thankfully, we had much nicer weather last night, and it made for the perfect evening to head out on a leaf hunt!

The kiddos collected their favorite leaves and had so much fun comparing them—talking about the different types of trees they came from, noticing all the pretty colors, shapes, and sizes, and feeling the different textures. 🌳🍁

It’s always incredible to see how nature sparks curiosity and conversation. We’re looking forward to more outdoor adventures next week!

🍁 We are running it back tomorrow! After last weeks rain change - we are finally getting to do our leaf hunt! The foreca...
10/13/2025

🍁 We are running it back tomorrow! After last weeks rain change - we are finally getting to do our leaf hunt! The forecast is looking lovely and we can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!

Big thank you to everyone who braved the rain last night for our very first week of Syd’s Nature Kids - Fall Edition! 🍁🌧...
10/08/2025

Big thank you to everyone who braved the rain last night for our very first week of Syd’s Nature Kids - Fall Edition! 🍁🌧️

My heart is full and I’m so thankful all over again for each family. It’s a joy and privilege to share these childhood moments with you.

What might’ve looked like just a rainy walk in the woods was so much more than that. Playing and exploring in the rain isn’t just fun — it’s full of developmental magic:

🌀 Slippery trails and muddy hills challenge gross motor skills in new ways

💪 Uncomfortable weather helps build resilience and encourages problem-solving

👀 Kids observed how the world transforms in the rain — noticing smells, sounds, textures, and colors shifting around them

🎨 We even did a rainy-day art project, letting droplets of paint and rain mix together to create something totally unique

The rain turned every step into a sensory experience — from the splash of puddles to the scent of wet leaves, and every curious moment into an opportunity for learning. 🌧️💡

I didn’t get many photos because it was pouring! 😅 If you snapped any pictures, I’d love if you could post them here or send them my way. I’d love to see the day from your perspective!

10/07/2025

UPDATE: CAMP IS STILL ON! ☔️

I know the rain is inconvenient but I do have a rain policy that states we will continue unless there are thunderstorms. No storms in the forecast and there are families who are planning to come, so the show will go on. I completely understand if you don’t feel like getting drenched tonight lol. For those of you who are up for it - we’ll see you soon!

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Families! I do have a rainy day focus planned for our meet up this evening - but I have been getting messages saying people would rather sit this one out. I hate to cancel since we only have 4 weeks this time, but also dont want to move forward if we’re not into it.

Before making the call, I’d love to get a quick head count:
👉 Are you still planning to come today, rain and all?
Or would most of you prefer to sit this one out?

Please let me know ASAP by commenting below or sending me a quick message so I can make the best decision for everyoneke

10/06/2025

‼️📧 Change of plans!!! Families, check your emails.

There is a 98% chance of rain in the forecast at 5pm tomorrow so we are going to be embracing the weather and diving into the rain! 🌧️

If you don’t feel up to braving the rain - please let us know🩵 Otherwise, we look forward to splashing in puddles together tomorrow!

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