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Author
Publisher
Quarry Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Opportunities and materials for constructive play exist everywhere in nature. Author Melissa Lennig (of the blog Fireflies and Mud Pies) introduces today¿́¿s screen-overloaded kids to this world of fun waiting just outside the door. Whether camping or hanging out in the back yard, children will marvel at the wonderful, useful tools and playthings they can create with natural objects. Sticks and Stones details various designs for the ever-popular...
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Connect nature play, outdoor experiences, and STEM learning for young children with activities, real-life examples, and educator resources. Nurture young children's innate tendencies toward exploration, sensory stimulation, and STEM learning when you connect outdoor learning and STEM curriculum. Discover the developmental benefits of outdoor learning and how the rich diversity of settings and materials of nature gives rise to questions and inquiry...
Publisher
Quarto Publishing Group USA, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
The fun begins at home with this book full of start-to-finish DIY play structures! It covers playsets, games, and backyard structures that your kids will love, and includes a thorough section on building kid's projects safely. From sandboxes to skateboard ramps, you'll find projects for different skill levels, from beginner to advanced intermediate. -- adapted from back cover.
Publisher
Cool Springs Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This is a hardworking but approachable guide to building the most popular outdoor structures, including decks, sheds, greenhouses, pergolas, trellises, raised planting beds, benches, and seating-plans included. Complete plans, including technical illustrations and even cutting and shopping lists, will lead you through the building process, punctuated by clear step-by-step photographs and how-to descriptions. If you value entertaining, recreating,...
Author
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Kids and families of all ages are rediscovering the great outdoors, including their own backyards. It is more important than ever to be able to entertain our kids at home, teach them about nature, and give them a great time building, exercising, staying in shape, and working together. All of these actions help foster independence, confidence, and growth. In Do-It-Yourself Backyard Playgrounds, authors Jean and David Stiles offer user-friendly plans...