The Spider Diary – Part 1. Unexpected Friends
It is heartwarming to know that life, no matter what, always has something new to surprise us with - even when it seems too many aw...
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The Spider Diary – Part 2: Red Mites & Brilliant Eyes
Follow the story of Maureen, the lady jumping spider I made friends with over tea. Part 2 of The Spider Diary takes a closer look i...
The Spider Diary, Part 3: Red Mites & Superior Sight
Unlike any other spider species, the Jumping spiders have a vision so advanced it is equivalent to a cat or small dog and has the sa...
The Spider Eats Greens
"More Extraordinary Than a Flying Pig",- Says Christopher Meehan, Biologist and Natural Historian. How could it be that a solely ca...
The Witchetty Grub People – Part 1
For the next few weeks, take a walk with me through the place of the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung. I will help you see what I see as I walk...
The Witchetty Grub People & The Manna Gum – Part 2
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are warned that this post contains names and images of people who have now en...
The Worlds only Flying Mammals – Bat Facts for Kids
A single bat can eat up to 3000 small flying insects in an hour. Bats keep our flying insect populations in check, imagine if there...
The Year Earth Changed
This unique documentary, narrated by Sir David Attenborough, catalogues footage captured during the lockdowns of 2020. The footage r...
The Yogic Breath
In this pranayama activity, we move the breath from the lowest point of the spine to the highest point in six counts. The yogic brea...
The Yogic Breath – Part 2
This pranayama breathing exercise is a fantastic tool for developing concentration and mental clarity. Extending the length of your...
Tiny Beasts – Beauty Worth a Closer Look.
Whenever did you expect spiders to be likened to little kittens and puppies, or named after works of art by Van Gogh ??. The way yo...
Tips for Home Reading
Helping your child develop strong reading skills is a wonderful way to set them up for success. Here are some tips for parents to su...