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Snow, sand, or mud angels

Outdoor Imprints

Lie down, stretch out, move around, and have fun making patterns, like bird wings or bunny prints, in the snow, sand, or mud.

tummy time in grass

Tummy Time

A blanket on the grass outside transforms tummy time into a fresh air sensory experience and builds strength in babies' necks, shoulders, and backs.

baby in the grass

I See, You See

Gazing at grass, bugs, and up at the sky with your baby nurtures connection, curiosity, and focus through simple moments in nature.

toddler playing with wind chimes

Breezy Babies

Hang wind chimes from a tree and settle in below—watching, reaching, and listening to gentle sounds in the breeze helps babies build listening skills and connect with the rhythms of nature.

two children in the snow with their tongues sticking out

Float and Focus

Catching fluttering leaves, snowflakes, and dandelion seeds floating on the wind is a joyful way for toddlers to sharpen hand-eye-coordination, vision, and reflexes. 

baby & parent looking up at clouds

Cloud Gazing

Turn a breezy day into a playful moment of discovery by watching clouds float by with your baby. 

Baby & parent laying in hammock

Hammock Hang Time

In a moment of calm and connection, sway beneath the trees and watch the leaves dance above you—supporting your baby’s sense of balance as you swing gently back and forth. 

Child pulling weeds, raking, or digging in dirt

Garden Tending

Pull, rake, and dig with purpose in the garden. This activity combines big body movements and care for plants and animals. 

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