Transforming Outdoor Playgrounds
Kristine Parsons, Canada

Owl Child Care in Ontario, Canada, Waterloo Region has made a commitment to transform their outdoor playgrounds from the plastic and metal climbers to natural spaces. These pictures were taken at the Owl – St. Brigid location in Ayr. In this playground is a vegetative teepee; however, because it is a newer structure and winter here in Canada, there isn’t any vegetation growing on the structure. In these pictures, you can see that the children cut the branches off used Christmas trees that had been donated by the families. The branches were then attached to the teepee. This created a closed in hideaway for the children to gather in.  This space is now a place to gather away from the wind.

This centre had Christmas trees galore donated. There has been so much organic and authentic play taking place. I couldn’t possibly share all the pictures and stories but I am simply so proud of the team. There is more about the adventures created with Christmas trees posted on Owl’s Facebook.

Share this post

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Email

Recent Comments

Subscribe
Notify of
guest

0 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
February 12, 2025
-Changing the Narrative about Men in ECE

February 26, 2025
-Creating and Sustaining Joyful Organizations

March 8, 2025
-Celebrate International Women's Day: Courage and Joy for our Times

March 12, 2025
-Inclusion- Stories of Strategies that work

March 26, 2025
-Race, Racism, Equity and Diversity Working Group Conversation

April 9, 2025
-Discussion about Malaysia

May 7, 2025
-Working Group on Children in Homes Conversation

People who commit their lives to young children and their families have powerful stories to tell and we can find our own hope and inspiration as we listen.  WoFo Global Café is the space where people gather to share their stories.  Stop by for tea and find affirmation and companionship.

Other Categories