Why 1000 Hours Outside?
"There is much existing and emerging research recommending kids get long periods of time to play in nature.... The average American kid watches 1200 hours of…
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Thirteen Ways to Enable Free Play and Other Independent Activities for…
"When I give talks to parents about children's need for independent activity—and I really mean need, this is like food and water, not a luxury—the…
Honoring the Life of Colywn Trevarthen
Please join our Kindred community in recognizing and celebrating of the life of Colwyn Trevarthen, Professor (Emeritus) of Child Psychology and Psychobiology…
Ministry of Surf: The Story of One Perfect Day
About Ministry of Surf: The Story of One Perfect Day
Kindred is honored to host the world premier of the award-winning, short documentary, Ministry of Surf, in…
When Nature Is The Classroom
Our son, Lio, hops in the car at the end of a cold and damp school day. Rosy-cheeked and smeared with earth and ash from fort-building and fire-making, he…
Why Kids Should Learn the Original STEM: Ancient Survival Skills
In a world filled with advanced technologies and conveniences, why would anyone want to learn the ancient skills of our ancestors, especially when a digital…
28 Days of Solo Play: Learning To Play As An Adult
Editor's Note: Join Kindred and the Evolved Nest Initiative on our social media platforms starting September 2023, for 28 Days of Solo Play! Check out the…
Why Do Babies Need A Bill Of Rights?
Check out the new Evolved Nest Baby's Bill of Rights Poster
How Play Supports Our Autonomic Regulation: New Research & Podcast
Listen to Darcia Narvaez and Mary Tarsha discuss the benefits of one of our nine Evolved Nest components: PLAY. These new insights are based on recent research…
Nature Connection Songs for Children and Adults!
Nature Connection Resource Includes:
Podcasts for your to download of Darcia singing and demonstrating the songs below.
The Nature Connection Songs…