Morning Circle at Nature Connect
Buddy sat next to me, his sticky fingers fidgeting with the hem of his shorts. He had on green rain boots and a red rain coat zipped up to the neck with the hood over his head. If the storm raging outside of the indoor pool building made its way in, he would be ready. “Lightning is electricity that lights up the sky,” he said. His eyes were wide as he watched for another flash to appear beyond the big glass doors. I hadn’t seen my little friend since summer break began, but h
The Creek
Just as water nourishes our bodies, so does the Red Gully Creek enrich our school days. In our area of salt and brackish waterways, it’s unique to have access to an ankle-deep body of freshwater. But the children at Nature Connect Outdoor School don’t know that. To them, it’s just part of their daily routine. After beginning their day with free play, morning circle, and snacks, the children follow the teachers like little ducklings toward the water. One by one, they press the
