Kids & Nature Program
Childhood Connection with Nature is foundational
It is striking to hear stories from the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to Nature, of where they first got their love of the Natural world.
Most (but not all), gained that love through formative childhood experiences. Gardening with their Mum. Camping. Rambling around in the bush. A special wildlife moment. Having adventures or making forts with friends. These experiences are formative.
A love for Nature is crucial to childhood happiness, development, wellbeing and commitment to its conservation.
The Kuno Foundation’s Kids & Nature program seeks to support local communities, people and groups engaged in promoting childhood connection with, understanding, learning, and commitment to Nature.
Bruny Kids & Nature project
The Kuno Foundation's Kids & Nature program has started with a beautiful project that has evolved from the school, teachers and community groups on Bruny Island – the Bruny Kids & Nature page. The amazing teacher Claire Boost, who runs the early development program and is establishing a bush kinder program on Bruny Island, is working with teachers, parents and community groups on Bruny Island to support a dedicated online webpage where kids can share their writing, stories and activities in and about Nature in a safe and supported way. This project has been recognised and support through a Tasmanian Community Fund grant. We see this as an exciting pilot project that can be built off and expanded in other regions.
Images: Claire Gorman
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Natures Treasures
This week the early learners at Bruny Island District School have been out and about searching for natural treasures. Inquisitive minds spent a lovely Autumn morning in Pardalote Patch searching for seeds, interestingly shaped leaves, animal scats and spider webs.
Curious and creative Nature play
Things to do……….
Are you looking for a way to connect with your child and nature at the same time? Why not try a little nature weaving project? Children have a curious and creative eye for these projects and find wonder and beauty in the littlest things, things which adults often take for granted.
No toys needed here!
When in nature, toys become unnecessary for engaging and meaningful childs play, explains primary school teacher, Claire Boost.
Supergroms Cleanup at Alonnah
On Tuesday the 25th of March 2025, the Cloudy Bay Supergroms did a beach cleanup at Alonnah. We drove to the car park on the Dray Track and walked to the rocky beach where we found HEAPS of rubbish like little bits of plastic, lolly pop sticks and rope.
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